While real estate and rental property bookkeeping may not be the most fun aspect of real estate investing, it is an essential component of the real estate machine. Understanding these data is crucial for successfully running a business. Because of that, some real estate investors may hire an accountant or professional bookkeeper to keep track […]
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Housing Statistics: What Do Those Mean For You
Every month, financial media publish an array of housing statistics. What do all of those numbers represent, and what do they mean for you if you are buying or selling a home? Let’s make sense of them all. A look at the terms These are definitions of the most important housing statistics you’ll often hear […]
Composting – What is it & Why You Should Do it
Composting is a hot topic these days with lots of coverage in home and garden media regarding its far-reaching benefits for the earth as well as your own backyard. But what exactly is composting, and why should you do it? Here’s a quick primer spelling out the benefits, how to make it, and more. What […]
Home Office – Make it Work For You
Getting down to business. Whether you’re staying put or putting your house on the market, a great home office is a good investment. Offices have become a staple in many homes and top many prospective buyers’ wish lists, too. But with all the paper, the equipment, and the office supplies, it can feel like a […]
Bedroom – Turn it Into Your Best Room
Your bedroom should be your personal retreat — a soothing, restful space to unwind at the end of the day. Check out these six bedroom-staging tips, whether you’re prepping for a home sale or just a good night’s sleep. Consider the color palette of your bedroom. It doesn’t matter if you’re decorating or staging — […]
The Tax Benefit of Selling Your Home
The tax advantages of buying and owning a home are well known, but what happens when you sell? Read on to learn about the tax benefit you may accrue when you sell your house. Rules affecting capital gains taxes Most tax benefits available for home sellers relate to how any profit, or capital gain, you […]
Why Resizing May Be Right For You
As couples watch their children leave the nest, they are increasingly “downsizing” to homes with less space, maintenance, and expense. But a new term, “resizing,” has emerged for this season of life. Resizing can be less demanding for couples and better suit their needs. Let’s retrofit our thinking about where to live once the kids […]
Ceiling Updates to Style Your Home
The ceiling has potential for impact but often gets overlooked as we put so much emphasis on walls, floors, and furnishings. But here’s what you are missing. Color contrasts. The color of a ceiling can enhance or minimize its height. For instance, painting the ceiling a brighter color than the walls can “lift” a lower […]
Mortgage Pre-Approval – What to Provide
Mortgage pre-approval is pertinent if you are looking for your first or your dream home. If you’re looking for a home, particularly your first one, you should meet with a mortgage lender from the start. Having a mortgage pre-approval letter from a lender will save time for you, your agent, and the seller. What do […]
Guaranteed Buyout When Relocating
Selling your home for a career move is typically handled one of three ways: listing and selling your home the traditional way, taking a so-called “ guaranteed buyout” from a relocation company hired by your firm, or a hybrid of the two, known in real estate circles as a “buyer value option.” Here are the […]