The foundation of a good neighborhood is the type of relationships established among its neighbors. The first step in building a relationship is respecting those next door, down the street and around the corner. To Be a Good Neighbor Do the Following: Cut your grass once a week. Empty excess water collecting in pots, buckets and containers that can attract and […]
Retirement Home Now?
Maybe you’re not ready to move into it but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t take advantage of the present opportunities to acquire the home you want to live in during retirement. The combination of the low interest rates, reduced prices and lower competition may never be this good again in our lifetimes. The rental […]
Housing Market Turning The Corner After 5-Year Slump
Good news from ABC’s Good Morning America. If you are still thinking about buying the time is right!
Reasons your mortgage rate is high — and how you can fix it
Great article from Yahoo! Real estate today. There are some really good tips here on how you can possibly lower your mortgage rate.
Yard makeovers for $500 or less
Curb appeal can make all the difference for potential buyers. Check out this Yahoo! article on how you can improve your yard for very little cash.
12 Low-Cost Ways to Save Energy —and Money — Now
Great article from Yahoo! Finance
Positive Signs that the Northwest market is improving
So far 2012 has shown several positive signs that the real estate market is finally on the upswing. Increased activity in our local market Modest price gains Open houses are attracting crowds, and more listings are slowly coming on the market. More buyers are being pre-approved Multiple offer situations are still common Consumer confidence will likely keep […]
Transferring the title of a home from one person to another may seem simple but it could have a significant tax implication.
Gift or Inherit – 6/11/2012 Transferring the title of a home from one person to another may seem simple but it could have a significant tax implication. When a person inherits property, the basis is “stepped-up” to fair market value at the time of the decedent’s death. On the other hand, a gift has a carry-over basis […]