7 Tax Tips for Homeowners Benjamin Franklin famously said, “In this world, nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes.” This oft-quoted remark is still true today. And that’s exactly why you need tax tips. The federal government offers tons of tax breaks to homeowners, so you can save thousands off your…
This Valentine’s Day… Give Your Home a Little Love February 14 is the day to celebrate love. But isn’t it time you show your home a little love? You probably didn’t even buy your house a Christmas present, and what do you do to celebrate your move-in date? Probably not even raise a glass of…
Asheville, North Carolina, and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains offer peaceful days, a temperate climate, stunning views and an eclectic nightlife. It’s no wonder vacation homes are in high demand here. If you’ve been thinking about buying a vacation property in the mountains of Western North Carolina, the time to act is now. All the…
There are many reasons to refinance your house, but there are some important caveats, too. Never make financial decisions lightly. Know what you’re getting into and why you want to do it before you start. While you can find compelling benefits to the process, it’s not right for everyone and certainly not all the time.…
Internet Privacy and Your Loan Application Digital Data and Internet Privacy When Applying for a Mortgage With internet security and internet privacy being in the forefront of many news stories throughout 2017, we wanted to take some time to address your data privacy when you apply for a loan application. While much of your interact…
If you have pets, you couldn’t bear the thought of leaving them behind when you move. Your pets become part of your family. They bring you joy and unconditional love. They teach valuable lessons of forgiveness. In some households, they’re a welcome addition to an already full family. In others, they can seem like children…
Every realtor wants to become a successful realtor. Whether you’re just beginning your real estate career or you’ve been struggling for years, you know that being a real estate agent is not an easy life. You have to put in all that work up front to earn your real estate license. You have to work…
You’d think that all new houses are built to specifications that prevent energy loss — but Americans aren’t there yet. When you’ve finally made your decision to buy a new house, whether you’re an environmentalist or not, the desire for lower heating costs may have influenced your decision. A newly constructed house, after all, is…
Welcome to the future. The digital age in home buying has arrived. Now, you can use mobile apps to help you find the home of your dreams. Gone are the days of the inky fingers you got from thumbing through classifieds while looking for that perfect home. By using your smart phone, you can find…
What to do with gifts for down payment. Gift Funds and How to Verify Them Maybe you’re looking to buy a new home, but you’re hoping to get some help over the holidays from your family. You can definitely use these monetary gifts fore down payment of a new house. But you need to be aware…