Taxes When You Sell Your Home

What's the difference between death and taxes?Death doesn't change every time Congress meets. But taxes certainly did in 1997, and the Taxpayer Relief Act of that year made a dramatic difference in the tax liability of those who sell their own homes. As it stands today, almost no one will... Read More

Prepare Your House for a Successful Sale

Whether you list with an agent or sell on your own, you can ensure a quick sale by proactively preparing your house to be a highly marketable and attractive commodity.Paradigm ShiftDon't wait for the sold sign to get started with packing. Packing away items that are used infrequently has multiple... Read More

Buying a Vacation Home

You'd like to buy a vacation home, but you're not sure where to begin. Perhaps the single most important point to determine up front is why you are buying a vacation home. Are you trying to generate income by renting the property? Would you like to have a place to... Read More

10 Frequently Asked Short Sale Questions

1. What happens to the seller's credit rating when they allow an investor to short sell their property?What typically happens is the loan will show up as "paid" on their credit report; however there will be a notation that says "settled for less than originally owed" or something along these... Read More

How To Get Started In Preconstruction Investing?

Through our website the most common question that we receive is "How do I get rapidly started in preconstruction investing". Realistically, you only need to take three steps on your path from being a "beginner" preconstruction investor to one that is extremely savvy.MECHANICS OF PRECONSTRUCTION INVESTING Before you even begin... Read More

I have a buyer for your property and I can sell it now!

A Realtor has just talked to you and said, "I have a buyer for your property and I can sell it now; perhaps for more money than the price your current real estate agent has it listed for." Have you heard this or a version of this? Or, "I have... Read More

Home Owner Association Restrictions ? Read Before Buying

Many communities have associations for homeowners, property owners, condo owners, or similar associations. The presence of a homeowners association, also known as "HOA", introduces another layer of rules and regulations to consider when buying a home. Some people love these associations and some hate them.Homeowners' AssociationsSome associations have very simple... Read More

Sellers, Are You Having A Hard Time Selling Your Home?

Sue and Chuck DeFiore have the perfect solution for you ? Lease Purchasing your home!What is Lease Purchasing?A Lease Purchase is a process that combines a basic rental lease with an agreement to purchase, or with an option to purchase the property. The Buyer (or Lease-Purchaser) pays to the seller... Read More

California Home Seller Disclosure Duties

Property Condition - Seller's What to Expect During the Inspection Process The Transfer Disclosure Statement (T.D.S.) ? Perhaps the most important paper you will complete when selling your homeMost sellers (other than institutional type) are required by law to disclose facts and defects, which materially affect the value or desirability... Read More

Burn, Baby, Burn!

Luxury homes are lots of fun to inspect. Sure, the pay is better too, but mostly it's just fun to see how the other half lives! I also get to meet those people who have reached such a level of financial success that they are buying a home that seems... Read More

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Selling Houses: Design Psychology and Interior Colors

Interior colors are vitally important to selling your home quickly,... Read More

Peace of Mind for Home Inspections: Choose the Right Inspector!

As sure as the spring flows at The Fountain of... Read More

How to Sell Your Home Without a Real Estate Agent

Considering the rapid rise in home prices over the past... Read More

Finding a Great Listing Agent for Your Home: 8 Tips

If you've decided to list your home, you'll be paying... Read More

Seven Tips in Choosing Maui Income Properties

Aloha! If you are interested in choosing a Maui income... Read More

Buying New Construction...How Do I Begin?

The prospect of shopping for a new construction residence can... Read More

Investment Real Estate: An Inexpensive Way To Get Started

If you are considering getting involved in investment real estate,... Read More

Staging Homes for Top-Dollar Sales

Wouldn't it be nice to have Roger Hazard's design team... Read More

Moldy Homes are a Great Investment

Have you seen this in your classifieds? -"Will pay $$$... Read More

Grab Your Dream UK Home On The Cheap - Property Auctions

Did you know that every year thousands of UK properties... Read More

Understanding Real Estate Terminology

Purchasing a home can be a complicated and confusing process,... Read More

Selling Your Home Yourself ? Pricing It Appropriately

When you're selling your own property, whether it's a house,... Read More

New Housing Starts Do Not Guarantee Aftermarket Sales

We have been studying a trend of new home buyers... Read More

Commercial Real Estate Industry - Is the Condo Craze Over, or Just Gaining Steam

Over the last two years there has been so much... Read More

Should You Allow Buyer To Rent During Closing?

It's not uncommon for an investor to sell a house... Read More

Advantages to Buying or Owning a Condominium

Condos have become an increasingly attractive home ownership option for... Read More

What Is a CMA

"CMA" is an abbreviation real estate agents use for a... Read More

How to Find the Sweet Spot in Real Estate Investing

Psssssssssst, Want to know a great way to make FAST... Read More

Boston Real Estate ? You Still Have Considerable Control Over the Sale of Your Boston Home

Boston real estate is a hot topic. Daily newspaper articles... Read More

Cheap Homes For Sale In Great Towns

Good Homes Under $50,000? My wife Ana and... Read More

How To Give Your Home A Face-Lift: The Sellers Guide To A Quick Sell

One of the great challenges to selling a home can... Read More

NAHB?s Voluntary Model Green Home Building Guidelines

The voluntary Model Green Home Building Guidelines are designed to... Read More

How Long Your Mortgage Runs Determines How Much You Pay

The first thing most of us think about when the... Read More

A Real Estate Primer

There are a great many books and web sites devoted... Read More

Unravelling The Real Estate Buying Process in Canada

If you're a foreign national thinking about investing in the... Read More

Avoid The Traps Of Finance

Most consumers are told where to get their mortgage because... Read More

How to Decrease the Value of Your Own House

Owning a house is part of the American Dream. Depending... Read More

Ten Creative Financing Techniques

Do all the creative financing techniques you hear about really... Read More

How to Sell Your Own Home and Save Thousands of Dollars

Most people take the easy way out when selling their... Read More

For Sale By Owner - Use This Tip To Sell Your Home Quicker and At a Better Price

Your house is for sale by owner (fsbo), Along with... Read More

How To Simplify Your Real Estate Buying/Selling Experience

Today's real estate consumer has a lot to consider during... Read More

Selling Your Home: 5 Deal Killers That Are Lurking In Older Homes

You've listed your home for sale, you have a Buyer... Read More

NARŪ Broker Will Swear It ? Real Pro? Agents Share It ? FSBO Truth

For posting the "Truth" on your website, some FSBO's will... Read More