Category: Real Estate

A 401k plan is usually offered through your employer. You will be able to make a contribution to your plan from your paycheck. This contribution can be made on a pre-tax or after-tax basis, depending on the options your plan offers. In some cases, your employer will match a portion of your contribution. Once you’ve …

As is the case with many other good things in life, the real estate industry has its ups and downs, traps that unsuspecting homeowners, potential buyers, hopeful sellers, and renters can fall into unless they are prepared. Here are some common real estate pitfalls to avoid when diving into the world of property. 1. Don’t …

So do you want to sell your own home? You may want to save money on a commission that would be paid to a broker. Maybe you are one of those people who think selling a house is a simple process because it looks so easy on TV. I understand that it’s probably not as …

2012 has arrived with its incidental hopes and a large number of people, all over the world, are optimistic of succeeding before the last quarter of the year. It’s my best guess to assume that you are one of the positive types. But, if I may ask, what chance do you have to break even …

How the cost of foundation repair is determined depends on the amount of damage, the method of shoring, the material, and the number of piers needed for proper support and grading. To get an accurate estimate, a thorough foundation inspection is usually required, which can last anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours, depending on …

1. Prepare – Now that you’ve decided to start selling houses for a profit, it’s time to get your goals and expectations right. Calculate how much cash you have available for this investment. Make sure you have enough money to cover a twenty percent down payment, home remodeling, and enough cash on hand to cover …

In recent months, across most of this country, we have witnessed a significant increase in both the listing and sales prices of homes on the real estate market. Few, remember, so great, an increase, in recent memory! Even after more than 15 years as a licensed real estate seller in New York State, I am …

Getting pregnant after 40 naturally can be done if you only know how to do it. Therefore, if you are a woman over 40 and still planning to get pregnant, you should try to find out useful details that can help you achieve your goal. Conceiving a child when one is close to 40 is …

So, you want to sell your own house! Well, before you make that final decision, you should consider the reasons why you might want to change your mind. Sure, everyone knows you can save yourself that much-maligned 6% commission, but seriously, in the long run, if you don’t understand exactly what you’re doing, you’ll probably …

Are you looking to buy a manufactured “mobile” home and finance it with an FHA loan? Are you looking to refinance your current loan with an FHA loan? If so, then your home’s foundation will need to be reviewed by a licensed structural engineer to ensure it meets HUD requirements as dictated by HUD Manual …