Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. – Leo Buscaglia This quote reminds me that our clients need more than just care for their real […]
Should You Refinance?
August 19, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I get asked this question often. With interests rates at historic lows, should you refinance your home? While I am not a mortgage broker, I can state that applications for mortgage refinancing hit a 15-month high last week. Mortgage Bankers Association credits this to the low interest rates available in the market place. Someone who […]
Selling your home?
March 6, 2010 by Leave a Comment
When you prepare to sell your home, it is very common to experience a whole host of emotions. Most experience excitement about moving, reluctance to leave the home they created, and confusion about value. There are several steps to get ready to sell your home. While you are getting ready, you will do yourself a […]
Benefits of Buying a New Home – Income Tax Savings
January 18, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Income Tax Savings Fortunately, our government helps to subsidize your home purchase by providing you with generous income tax deductions. Moreover, you can oftentimes increase your take home pay because you have these tax deductions. You should speak with a tax professional to investigate these opportunities fully. To give you an example, if you borrow […]
Benefits of Buying A Home
January 12, 2010 by 2 Comments
The Best Investment Historically, homes have appreciated between one and five percent a year. Some years will be more, some less. The figure will vary from neighborhood to neighborhood. Five percent may not seem like that much when compared to stocks and bonds. They oftentimes appreciate much more quickly. You could earn over six percent […]