Foreclosure paperwork scandals continue to rock homeowners and the housing market. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution published a story of one specific mortgage loan case today. And usual, providing personal finance advice, real estate advice and consumer advice on the Ilyce Glink Show on December 2, 2012 at 11:00am Eastern Time on WSB Radio. We're almost at [...]
If your house is damaged by a fire, the first step is to talk with your insurance company about what will be covered under the policy. Q: I recently inherited my sister’s home that was badly damaged by fire and smoke. I do not want to keep the house. What is the best way for [...]
To check for an IRS Property Tax Lien, you can use the Internet. Each state's method of filing IRS tax liens will differ slightly. Q: How can I check for an IRS property tax lien using the Internet? I am housebound and can't get to the county courthouse. A: While you might not be able [...]
If you don't qualify for any loan modification programs and have an underwater mortgage, you might not want to walk away but instead consider a short sale. Q: I have been forced into retirement as I can't find a job with my skills inventory. That means I have to live on a fixed income of [...]
Disclaimer: This blog post was written before the election and is meant to summarize the possible effects of the end of the Bush-era tax cuts. I hope you enjoyed all the presidential debates last month—and I also hope that you are are happy with the election results. Perhaps now our elected officials can get back [...]
Disclaimer: This blog post was written before the election and is meant to summarize the possible effects of the end of the Bush-era tax cuts. In part one of this series, I outlined the changes that could affect individuals on January 1, 2013, if the Bush tax cuts are allowed to expire. In part two, [...]
Deciding between a full service versus a flat fee real estate agent can be a tough choice - each has potential drawbacks. Q: What is your opinion of the flat rate listing vs. the traditional “full service” listing agent? We listed our previous home with a flat rate listing service about ten years ago but [...]
