The first-time home buyer tax credit has helped a lot of families across the nation in purchasing a home this year, but it is set to expire at the end of this month. There is a bill going through congress this week, and has already been unanimously agreed upon by...
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How to Qualify for Energy Efficiency Tax Credits
We’ve posted a lot about the first time home buyer tax credit lately, but what about some other tax credits related to real estate? Energy efficiency can not only gain you tax credits, but also confidence in that you are helping the environment, and energy savings long-term. We came across...
What You Need To Know About Traditional Mortgages
Traditional mortgages are fixed-rate mortgages, adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs), refinance loans, second mortgages, and home equity lines of credit. When looking to buy a home, it is important that you meet with a mortgage broker or bank to determine the best option for your particular needs and desires in a home...
The Difference Between a Foreclosure and a Short Sale
Lets face it, the economy is cold, bad, not fun right now. When the economy goes sour, so does the financial welfare of most of us. For the housing market, this means that many folks need to sell their homes, foreclose, or do a short sale. What is the difference...
Fall Gardening Guide: What You Should Be Doing Now
Fall gardening is often overlooked, but it is essential to get in the dirt now in order to have a spectacular spring and summer garden. Here are a few things you can do this fall to get great color (and great lawns!) after winter subsides. Water. If we don’t get...
6 Simple Green Tips For Your Home & Garden
Decreasing your environmental footprint is not only the “cool” thing to do these days, but it is also extremely smart. Going green can be simple and quick! If you would like to save some money and make a better impact on our planet (and who doesn’t want to do that?),...