An economist responded when asked how interest rates would change: “They may fall some and then, rise and after that, they’ll fluctuate.”...

A principal residence and a second home have some similar benefits, but they have some key tax differences. A principal residence is the...

A home that isn’t being maintained like others in the neighborhood can negatively affect your visual sense of appeal and in some extreme...

The American flag is obviously a symbol of our country but it has come to remind us of every man and woman who has fought for the freedom...

Imagine a homeowner consulting with their agent about the price to place on their home. The agent suggests that the market data indicates...

As people near or enter retirement, one of the decisions that typically comes up is whether to sell their “big” home and buy a smaller...

For the last 25 years, most buyers have gotten a new mortgage or paid cash when purchasing a home. For a practical reason, owner-occupant...

View this email in your browser Your Real Estate Update! Volume 28   –   April 2018 In this Edition…1) Spring Home Maintenance 2) For...

Homeowners are familiar that they can deduct the interest and property taxes from their income tax returns. They also understand that...

The one experience that homeowners can agree upon after completing a remodeling project is that it costs more and takes longer than...

A couple is planning to tour the United States in a travel trailer during their first few years of retirement. They are going to sell...

“How long do we have to wait to qualify for another mortgage” is the question concerning people who’ve had a foreclosure, short sale or...

With the first quarter of 2018 in the books, the 30-year fixed rate mortgage is nearing what Freddie Mac predicted it would be in the...

The Federal Housing Administration, operating under HUD, offers affordable mortgages for tens of thousands of buyers who may not qualify...

Taxpayers can decide each year whether to take the standard deduction or their itemized deductions when filing their personal income tax...

Your Real Estate Update! Volume 27   –   February 2018 In this Edition…1) Congratulations & Takeaways 2) For Sale 3) For Buyers 4) For...

In any given market, inventories fluctuate based on supply and demand considering area and price range. The National Association of...

One of the silver linings to filing your income tax return is finding out that you are going to receive a refund. If you happen to be one...

Buyers who have been concerned about what might happen to the tax laws affecting home ownership should feel more comfortable about moving...

Congrats to Mr. Sands pictured above! And a HUGE shout out for the number of men that are getting in the Homeownership arena. This is...