The Home Gain Exclusion: Make Sure You Qualify!
Across the country, many homeowners are cashing out to multiples over list price, especially since one of the largest tax breaks available to most individuals is the ability to exclude up to $250,000 ($500,000 married) in capital gains on the sale of your personal...
Don’t Make These Mortgage Refinancing Mistakes
With 30-year fixed rate mortgages approaching historical lows of 3%, you may be thinking about refinancing an existing mortgage. But you better read the fine print before signing on the dotted line to avoid paying too much money. Here are some common mistakes...
The Pros and Cons of Renting Versus Buying
For many folks, the lyrics of a 1960s rock song summarize the American dream: “Our house is a very, very, very fine house.” According to U.S. Census figures, about two-thirds of American families are homeowners. But buying a house or condo may not be the...
3 reasons to consider a living trust
Everyone should have legal instructions to leave behind in the event of their death. For most people that means having a will, but some people should consider having a living trust. A will is a piece of paper that tells a court what to do with your assets, while a...