Going To New York
I'm heading to New York tomorrow to moderate some panels for Inman.com's annual Connect conference. Connect is about bringing together leading real es...
Real Estate Agent: Great Local Agent Key To Great Property Deal
A great local real estate agent is the key to getting a great deal on property. Ilyce notes that in order to get the great deal on property this person is looking for, they need to find a real estate agent that works the area on a daily basis. A great local real estate agent will tell the buyer what kind of deals are available and the best pieces of property available.
Understanding Buyers’ Agent Fees
When a buyer's agent signs an agency disclosure agreement with a buyer, it's a legal document in which the agent essentially promises to be your fiduciary in the transaction. In other words, the buyer's agent is required by law to have the buyer's interests at heart. As for the agent's commission being paid, it technically comes from the seller.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – January 8, 2006
Ilyce kicks off her first show of 2006 with a discussion of the growing issue of mortgage fraud. Ilyce takes calls on topics from a caller who is dealing with identity theft to a caller who is concerned about possible identity theft.
Save On Gas This Year
When you're trying to improve your personal finances, every penny counts. Savings on gas can add up, and there are some simple steps you can take to lower your gasoline bills. These tips on driving more efficiently and maintaining your car are easy to implement and may save you hundreds of dollars.
Estate Tax Law Changes For 2006
Estate tax laws are changing. The biggest change is the increase in the amount that can be passed down to heirs estate tax free - it has moved from $1...
Home Inheritance Requires Home Repair
When doing estate planning you may want to consider who will get your real estate and whether those heirs can afford to maintain the real estate. If multiple family members inherit a home together how can they ensure that home repairs get made and that everyone pays their fair share? This is also an issue for property taxes when there's a home inheritance.
Never Too Old For Real Estate Investments
Is it too late to start investing in real estate property? To be successful with investment property you must be willing to take the good with the bad when it comes to managing tenants. Ilyce reminds the reader that 50 is the new 30 if you are cut out for the landlord business.
Reserve Cash With Interest Only Loans
A home buyer is considering an interest-only loan. Interest-only loans are best if you are trying to conserve cash. You can use the cash for a home improvement project, if you're not going to be in the home for a long period of time, or if it's an investment property. However, you should not use an interest-only loan to purchase more property than you can afford.