There’s no itemized or above-the-line tax deduction available for expenses when you sell your house—”sell” being the operative word. But the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) […]
Real Estate News and Tips
Real Estate News and Tips
10 Tips of Successful Real Estate Investing
If you’ve been watching reruns of HGTV’s “Income Property” and wondering if it’s time to buy a rental property and become a landlord, you’re not alone. Between our slow-growth […]
Down Payments: How They Work, How Much to Pay
When you buy expensive items with a loan, you often need to make a down payment to cover a portion of the purchase price. That […]
Should You Rent or Buy a House?
The market is hot. Your friends are buying homes. And you’re wondering if you should stop renting and buy a house too. Your dog wants […]
Experts predict what the 2020 housing market will bring
A strong job market and low mortgage rates should sustain the housing market in 2020. The problem will be finding enough homes for buyers. With unemployment […]
The Pros & Cons of California Solar Energy
California Solar Energy Advantages and Disadvantages Take a few moments to review the California solar energy advantages and disadvantages. You will see the advantages far […]
Not Your Grandparents’ Retirement Home
A burgeoning demographic. A sea of choices. How to help aging baby boomers find the housing that fits the next chapter of their life. When […]
5 Homeowners New Years Resolutions
Being a homeowner can be a wonderful experience. Positives, such as having a place to create memories and building home equity, can be richly rewarding. […]
Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Homeowners
Every January you probably make some resolutions for yourself, but have you ever thought to make some for your home? We’ve put together a list […]
Will I Pay Tax On My Home Sale?
How to qualify for the capital gain tax exclusion for home sales. Will you pay tax on the sale of your home? Likely not, unless you […]