If you are looking to sell or refinance, or are simply concerned about home values in your neighborhood, you probably want to determine the value of your house. This is a simple enough proposition, but the reality of establishing your home’s value can be complicated. Here are some ways to know what your house is […]
Applying for a second mortgage may become necessary if you want to renovate, expand, or finance a purchase. That doesn’t mean that you have to blindly shell out whatever fees and charges a particular lender requests, though. Just as you have choices and options with a primary mortgage, you have the same flexibility here. Check […]
A little over a year ago, my husband and I signed the paperwork to close on our first house. We had hurried up our house-hunting process to make sure that we closed before the First-Time Homebuyer tax credit was set to expire. The deadline was eventually extended, but it was still a major factor in […]
If your yard is anything like mine, it’s now littered with the crispy evidence of winter’s approach. While I love this time of year, like most homeowners I dread autumn’s most daunting chore: leaf removal. Here’s some tips to keep make your leaf lifting load a little lighter: 1. Keep mowing! If you haven’t yet […]
With today’s “slow” economy and no relief in sight, saving money is becoming an ever-important task on the minds of consumers. Cutting back on splurges like eating out and vacations may have been the first to go, but when the recession showed no sign of relief after several months, many consumers began looking for ways […]
One of the best things you can do for your tax efficiency is to take advantage of tax breaks at the end of the year. Before 2010 closes out, it is a good idea to consider your eligibility for the following five tax breaks: 1. Green Home Improvement Credit You can get a tax credit […]
