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Did you know there are tax benefits to buying a home that could work in your favor? It’s true. There are a number of tax breaks available to homebuyers that could save you money when you file your tax returns. We break down the basics of them for you here.  Mortgage Interest  If your mortgageRead more

Wire fraud in real estate transactions is on the rise. According to the FBI, about 11,677 people were victims of wire fraud in real estate in 2019 with losses of more than $221 million, which was a 48% increase over 2018. Criminals are taking advantage of the fact that more transactions are completed completely online. Read more

The purchase price and interest aren’t the only costs associated with buying a home. When it comes time for closing on a sale, there are a number of other expenses you need to be prepared to pay.  Home Survey and Appraisal  Before issuing a loan, all mortgage lenders will require a survey of the landRead more

You have found the home of your dreams and you are ready to move forward with the home-buying process. The next big decision you will have to make is which type of home loan is right for you. This isn’t as simple as it may sound because there are a number of different types ofRead more

When you decide to start shopping for a new home, one of the first big decisions you need to make is whether or not you are going to work with a real estate agent throughout the home-buying process. If you do choose to enlist the help of an agent, you will be expected to signRead more

It’s no secret how important the curb appeal of a home is, especially if you are trying to sell the house. But during the winter months, it is easy to overlook the exterior appearance of a house.  Just because it’s the gray and gloomy days of winter doesn’t mean your home’s exterior can’t look warmRead more

The holiday season may not be the busiest time of year for real estate agents, but it doesn’t mean your business can’t still thrive. Real estate agents need to be especially mindful of finding the balance between keeping business moving forward and taking some time off during the holidays. This can be extremely hard toRead more

With all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it wouldn’t seem like the best time to try and sell a house. But it could actually be a good time to list a home for sale. Here are a few benefits to selling a house during the holidays. Buyers are More Motivated Buyers whoRead more

Home sellers naturally want to make as much money as possible from the sale of their homes. One way to do that is to cut out the middleman – the real estate agent – and handle the entire process themselves. This DIY approach to selling a house is known as For Sale by Owner, orRead more

You know that having a digital presence is a necessity for succeeding as a real estate agent. The problem is that everyone else knows it, too, so the digital space for realtors is saturated. This makes it difficult to stand out in the crowd. Difficult, but not impossible.  Here are some tips to help youRead more