Owning a home invokes more than a sense of pride and freedom.  It is also a long-term investment opportunity.  With tax season in full swing, it is a great time to speak to your tax advisor about the tax advantages associated with homeownership.  Some of these benefits include:  Reduce your taxable income: On your itemized […]

First time buyers and current homeowners looking to take advantage of the buyer tax credit have only two months left to get under contract on their home purchase.  Eligible buyers must enter into a contract by April 30, 2010 and close the transaction no later than June 30,2010.

The real estate market continues to show improvement as mortgage rates remain at historic lows and consumers respond to the tax credits for first-time and repeat buyers.  In fact, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) just announced that its Pending Home Sales Index rose 1 percent from November.  A forward-looking indicator based on contracts signed […]

Many buyers find a fireplace a plus when seeking to purchase a home, especially in colder climates where it can serve both an aesthetic and functional purpose.  If your fireplace is outdated, it can attract a buyer’s attention, but not in the way you intend.  If you are selling a home with a fireplace, it’s […]

According to “Remodeling” magazine’s 2009-2010 “Cost vs. Value Report”, even despite the challenging economy, investing in your home still pays off at resale – and it doesn’t have to cost a lot.  In fact, many of the home improvement projects that got the most bang for their buck were fairly inexpensive exterior projects.  The Remodeling […]