During the banking crisis in the Great Recession, certain types of mortgages were unavailable that are once again being offered. Fortunately, the 80-10-10 mortgage is(more…)
Month: March 2017
Important Estate Documents
An estate plan is a collection of documents to ensure that your wishes are carried out because of death or incapacity to make decisions for(more…)
Tax Benefits of Home Ownership
U.S. taxpayers have enjoyed specific tax benefits for home ownership since personal income tax was introduced by the 16th amendment in 1913. While these benefits(more…)
Spring Forward
Spring Forward on Second Sunday in March This weekend, adjust your clocks forward by one hour. Most people find it convenient to change(more…)
Before You Pay Cash for a Home
The National Association of REALTORS® reports in its 2016 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers that 12% of all buyers paid cash for their home.(more…)
Not Available for All Buyers
Lenders regularly publish mortgage rates but they may not be available for all buyers. Imagine that the mortgage payment based on an advertised rate influenced(more…)