“This is going to be the year” – 12/26/2016 Every year, it seems like the same things are on the list but this could be(more…)
Month: December 2016
It’s A Big Difference
It’s a Big Difference Let’s say that you just won $8,750 on a lottery scratch-off ticket. You’ve decided to be frugal and invest the money(more…)
Choose A Lower Tax Rate
During campaign season, it is not unusual to hear a candidate criticized because they make a lot of money but pay little in income tax.(more…)
Opportunity Can Disappear
In the last few years, some people who were unable to sell their homes, rented them instead. The market has improved in most places and(more…)
Ready For Retirement?
It’s surprising to realize that most people spend more time planning their next vacation or cell phone purchase than they do on their own retirement.(more…)
Two Negotiations
There are two negotiation periods in some home sales. The primary negotiation takes place when the contract is agreed upon that includes the price, closing(more…)
Getting To Value
Fair market value is the price that real estate would sell for on the open market without any unusual forces being involved. The definition is(more…)
Rental Real Estate Is Preferred Choice
Real estate is the overwhelming preferred choice by Americans as identified in a recent survey. With the Dow Jones industrial average reaching record highs, it(more…)
Sale Of Home By Surviving Spouse
Special consideration is made by IRS for the sale of a jointly-owned principal residence after the death of a spouse. Surviving spouse may qualify to(more…)
Time May Be Running Out
During the Great Recession, some homeowners elected to rent their home rather than sell it for less than it was worth. IRS tax code allows(more…)