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Tax write-offs: why owning a home gives you reason to smile at tax time

  They say there are only two things certain in life: death and taxes. But what about tax deductions? Well,...
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Tax season: a great time of year to be a homeowner

  Disclaimer: This blog is not intended as tax advice. Please consult a professional or certified tax software program for...
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What is an Abstract Title and Do I Need One?

There’s a title and then there’s an abstract of title. The two are definitely related but serve different purposes.  ...
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10 Repairs that Kill a Home Sale on Inspection

Thinking of selling your home in 2022? Before you upgrade your kitchen or paint your walls to get it ready...
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How can a first-time buyer survive in a hot real estate market?

  Experts agree: there’s never been a housing market like this before.    High prices were a problem even before...
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Help! My House isn’t Selling (even though the market’s hot)!

If you List it, it Will Sell! Or Not? The sign is in the yard. Your home is live, online....
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Don’t Break the Bank: 4 Tips to Rehab a Home for Less

Last month we talked about the BRRR method for creating real estate wealth. Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat is a...
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So you want to be a landlord? Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat

  The BRRRR Method. Interested in building real estate wealth? Try BRRRR! No, you don’t need a sweater… in fact,...
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3 Signs That Say it’s a Good Time to Buy a Home

There’s one thing we can always predict about the real estate market. It’s unpredictable! Any good real estate professional will...
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5 Ways to Protect Yourself as You Close on Your New Home

You’re so close to finally getting those keys. You’ve circled the closing date on your calendar and you’re headed toward...
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Can I Back Out of a Home Purchase Before Closing? (Your Earnest Money Says Yes!)

This blog is a continuation of last month’s blog about due diligence but is not intended to give legal advice....
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5 Things to Expect after Your Offer is Accepted (and How to Avoid Pitfalls!)

So they accepted your offer! Now what? And so begins a time for nail-biting and heavy hopefulness known as due...
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When your Home is also your Office (and you can’t move!)

A Sign of the Times A look at local home listings paints a sign of the times. For example, “Extra bedroom...
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5 simple, Affordable Ways to Spruce up your House this Holiday Season

  Shifting that unused vacation fund to tackle much-needed home repairs might be an easy choice this year. But if...
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3 reasons to be thankful for a Thanksgiving at home 

  Thanksgiving might look a little different for you and your family in 2020. If you’re following CDC recommendations for...
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Local real estate market heats up… for now!

  Working from home. Studying at home. Playing at home. With more time at home, we all want (and need) a...
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The affordability index is up! Understanding the 2020 market

Remember the housing bust that started back in 2008? Lenders--trying to boost “the American dream” for everyone--relaxed their strict lending...
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It’s Virtually Sold! Marketing your Home Online.

Competition is fierce and in-person tours are so 2019. Don’t panic. There are still many ways you can set yourself...
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Should I Stay or Should I Go? Buying or Selling During a Market Upheaval
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Should I Stay or Should I Go? Buying or Selling During a Market Upheaval

Only you can ultimately decide when to buy or sell a home. But no doubt about it, there are certain...
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What exactly IS a clean title (and how can I get one)?
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What exactly IS a clean title (and how can I get one)?

Meet Happy Homeowner Harold. Harold’s home has a clean title. He did his research, hired a title company, bought title...
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