Buying A Home With A Broker Or Agent
Once you have decided to buy a home, you may decide you want to work with a broker or an agent. Brokers and agents provide a variety of services to home buyers. These include education, legwork and guidance.
Property Transfer After Probate
When someone dies without a will the estate of that person goes through probate according to state law. How can family members enable a home sale when the legal status of a relationship is unclear? Hiring an estate attorney can help sort out such a property transfer after probate.
Buying A Home As An Investment
When you're buying a home as an investment you can follow some of the same steps as you would when you're buying a home to live in. You should consider the home's location and whether you can afford the purchase. It's especially important to have enough money saved for a rainy day.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – December 31, 2007
Ilyce Glink filled in on the Clark Howard show today, to help WSB listeners wind up the year. She took questions on homeowner association fees, how to save money on tax preparation, and what to do about getting rid of old computers. Tune in to hear all of her great advice, and don't forget to check out the radio talk show notes at www.thinkglink.com and her new all-video site, www.expertrealestatetips.net.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – December 30, 2007
Today on the Ilyce Glink show, Ilyce talked about selling timeshares, and some last-minute things you can do to lower your taxes next April 15th. She also answered questions on new car financing, paying for college, switching careers, and using IRA cash to invest in real estate. Don't forget to check out Ilyce's Forum for radio talk show notes (www.thinkglink.com) and be sure to subscribe to her YouTube channel, www.youtube/expertrealestatetips.
Financing Home Improvement
A homeowner wonders about the best way to finance a home improvement project. Home improvement project financing depends on how quickly one can pay back the loan. Making a smart choice about financing your home improvement project can save you big bucks down the road.
Calculate Capital Gains Taxes Instead Of Inheritance Taxes
When you inherit property and later sell it, you need to calculate capital gains taxes, not estate taxes. Estate taxes are due on estates of a certain value and if the estate's value is less than the government standard, no taxes are due. To figure exactly how much you owe in terms of capital gains taxes, consult with a tax preparer or accountant.
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