Nobody Loves A Landlord
The typical landlord starts off life as a light hearted real estate investor. The investor is brimming with enthusiasm and is determined to acquire some single family homes that will be attractive to renters... and start down the road to financial independence.Then... Wham! Reality smacks them ... more...

Win a Grand Real Estate Deal
We all want our property to sell on the highest possible price, but dont know how to go about that. This is the time when we need a real estate dealer who would prove to be a super savior in this crisis. We usually make a mistake in selling our property which costs us big bucks. So one needs to ... more...

What to Really Expect for Closing Costs
Closing on a property is a very challenging time for a would-be homeowner. Being informed, either through your mortgage broker, your real estate agent, or through self knowledge is the best thing you can be when going through this procedure.A good real estate agent can help you tremendously. They ... more...

Seven Tips in Choosing Maui Income Properties
Aloha! If you are interested in choosing a Maui income property, then there are some details that you should know. You might be a bit intimidated by the whole process of buying a home. This article will offer tips to those that are thinking of investing in Maui income properties.First of all, you ... more...

Real Estate Terms From Appraisals to Comps
When youre selling your home or other real property on your own, you dont have to know everything about the process. It does help to have a practical knowledge of the terms that come up during the process.Keep in mind, these arent intended as be all, end all, penultimate definitions. Theyre ... more...

Home Mortgage Refinancing - What To Watch Out For
Oh, the joys of being a home owner. You finally get that great fixed rate 30 year mortgage at 8.5% and 2 years later...Interest rates plummet. Mortgages are now going for 5.25% and suddenly your 8.5% rate doesn't look so good.Welcome to refinancing hell.While the above may seem like an open and ... more...

10 Things You Shouldn't Do When You're Buying a Home
Home Buying Don'tsYour home buying process is well underway. The sellers accepted your offer to purchase. The home is officially under contract and you're counting down the days to closing. The lender pre-approved you, so buying the house is a sure thing, right?Not quite. Nothing is certain until ... more...

Foreclosure Dangers!
Foreclosure Dangers!Anyone can lose their home to foreclosure, even you!The loss of a job; divorce, illness or some other trigger event could start the ball rolling. According to the American Bankers Association, most people have less than 3 months worth of cash in reserve.You may not realize that ... more...

Legalities & Tax Advantages In A Home Business
Every year, several thousand people develop an interest in "going into business." Many of these people have an idea, a product or a service they hope to promote into an income producing business which they can operate from their homes.If you are one of these people, here are some practical ... more...