Times are indeed tougher these days and we are all ardently watching our dollars. While banks are not as quick to lend money as they were a few years ago, this doesn’t mean, however, that you shouldn’t consider purchasing a home if you don’t own one already. While the housing market is down, ... » Learn More about 10 Things Buyers Should Know When Purchasing a New Home
Archives for November 2012
7 Home Improvement Projects for $1,000 (or Less)
Americans still think buying a home is one of the best decisions they’ve ever made. Here are some ways to increase your home’s value and comfort for less than $1,000. We knew reports of the death of American home ownership were greatly exaggerated (nod to Mark Twain), and now we’ve got the ... » Learn More about 7 Home Improvement Projects for $1,000 (or Less)
Tips for Insuring Luxury Homes
1. Insurance Companies like homes that were built 2001 or newer, have a HIP roof, are completely Wind Mitigated and concrete block construction. 2. Wind Mitigation Discounts - Roof must be FBC Compliant and all openings of the home covered by impact resistant material following Miami-Dade ... » Learn More about Tips for Insuring Luxury Homes
Real Estate Transactions and the New 3.8 Percent Medicare Taxes
By Steven Harless, CPA A lot of confusing, conflicting and sometimes erroneous information has been circulating about the new 3.8 percent Medicare tax that goes into effect on January 1, 2013, and its effects on real estate transactions. This tax is a part of The Patient Protection and Affordable ... » Learn More about Real Estate Transactions and the New 3.8 Percent Medicare Taxes