While many great deals exist in today’s real estate market, securing the optimal mortgage is a critical part of your home purchase decision. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I have worked with many home buyers over the years and am well versed on the factors in every mortgage loan […]
Remodeling? New Lead Regulations You Need to Know About
While we’re all aware of the health risks posed by lead, you might not realize that even common renovation projects can be hazardous in terms of lead. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), activities like sanding, cutting and demolition can create dangerous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be […]
Top 5 Tips for Buying a Luxury Home
Despite the doom and gloom the media portrays regarding today’s real estate market, several unique opportunities exist for home buyers, in particular, luxury home buyers. While home prices across the country have dropped or stabilized to varying degrees, according to my colleagues in the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, luxury home prices have been […]
Why You Should Buy a Home Now…Even after the Tax Credit
While much press coverage has been given to the recent first-time and move-up buyer tax credit, there are many time-sensitive factors that make the current climate an exceptional time to buy a home…even without the tax credit. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I have seen many real estate markets […]
What impacts your credit score?
Do You Know What Impacts Your Credit Score? Take This Quiz and Find Out According to credit experts, 42% of U.S. consumers have credit scores between 550 and 699. As a result, these consumers typically don’t qualify for preferred interest rates and, depending on their overall credit profile, they may not even qualify for certain […]
Green Homes!
Top 5 Ways to Build a Green Home Most of us know that adopting an environmentally conscious or “green” approach to life can benefit the planet and its future generations. But did you know that greening your home can also benefit your bottom line in terms of energy savings and tax credits? I’ve learned a […]
The top 5 pitfalls of selling your own home
While it is certainly understandable why some people would like to avoid paying a real estate agent’s commission—especially in today’s economy—homeowners need to be aware of the serious pitfalls that can occur before they embark on the process of selling their own home. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I […]
Top 5 Ways to Use a Tax Refund
Thousands of Americans are receiving income tax refunds from the U.S. government, with the IRS reporting an average refund of $2,940 this year. In the current economy, consumers can make strategic choices to make sure that refund pays off for them. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, my clients often […]
10 Tips to Rebuilding after a Bankruptcy
10 Tips to Rebuilding after a Bankruptcy As a rule of thumb, bankruptcy is the least desirable option available to you when your finances have gotten out of control. However, if your financial situation has been going downhill for an extended period of time, your credit standing is probably so bad that filing for bankruptcy […]
Top 5 Remodeling Headaches to Avoid
Whether you’re adding a room to accommodate an expanding family or remodeling to increase value, home renovations can be one of the best investments you make, especially in today’s economy. The key to a successful remodel, however, is knowing what mistakes to avoid. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I […]