7 Homeowner Tax Advantages

by | Aug 2, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

When you’re evaluating how much home you can afford, make sure you factor in the tax advantages of homeownership.  You can claim some tax deductions if you work from home, but be sure you’re entitled to them before taking them. Image: Jupiter Images/Getty...

Run Your Business Like a 10 Year Old

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Coaching, Success Tips

I recently observed my two daughters and their friends running a lemonade stand with several of their friends in the neighborhood.  It was interesting to watch how much we know about running a successful business at a young age and for some reason we seem to forget...

What Are FHA Loans?

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

What is the Federal Housing Administration? The Federal Housing Administration, generally known as “FHA”, provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved lenders throughout the United States and its territories. FHA insures mortgages on single...

Why Ask For An FHA Loan?

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

There are lots of reasons to ask your lender for an FHA loan instead of taking a conventional or an expensive and risky sub-prime mortgage loan. Why not take advantage of the many benefits and protections that only come with FHA: Easier to Qualify – Because FHA...

5 Tips for Buying a Foreclosure

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

Once you have secured a mortgage and you have started the process of looking for a home you will most likely come across a foreclosure in this market.  Buying a foreclosure can present some challenges.  This is some great advice from the pages of HouseLogic.com: When...

5 Reasons to Buy Now!

by | Jul 30, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

The economy is stabilizing. Home prices are holding. It’s not just as good a time as ever to buy a house. It’s one of the best times ever. 1. Low mortgage rates serve as an equity shock absorber. When buyers borrow at today’s record-low rates, they...