When buying a home, this is going to involve some upfront expenses on your part. And while you’ll get that money back (and more) as you gain equity, that process takes time. If you plan to move too soon, you may not recoup your investment. For example, if you’re looking to sell and move again […]
Have You Figured Out What You Can Afford?Before you start looking for a house and have reliable paychecks coming in, you need to figure out what you can afford. That’ll depend on your spending habits, debt, and more. To be sure you have a good idea of what to expect from a number’s perspective, start […]
If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates and home prices, the limited supply of homes for sale, and more. And, you’re juggling how all of those things will impact the choice you’ll make. While housing […]
If you are in the market to hire a remodeling contractor, here are some questions you should ask him/her: • How many properties have you remodeled/flipped?• How long have you renovated homes?• What do you specialize in?• How are you different from others in your field?Licensing, Insurance, and Bonding• What type of license do you […]
If you’re planning to sell your home in 2025 and believe you may have a large enough gain to trigger a capital gains liability, you can consider these strategies: Tax Loss Harvesting This involves the sale of securities at a loss to offset capital gains taxes owed on profits. Of course, any harvested losses from […]
