How Do You Reward Yourself? Economize?
Whether they're rewarding themselves or trying to economize, many Americans end up doing the same thing -- spending money. Of course, rewarding yourself doesn't have to be about spending money.
Financial Books You Should Have
With many of us still financially hung over from all the shopping we did in December, publishers have the perfect antidote: A whole new crop of books about making money and managing your personal finances. Here's a look at some of the personal finance books worth checking out
Bring Inspector To Walk Through
If a new construction builder offers early inspections, such as a pre-dry wall inspection, it's a good idea to bring along a professional home inspector. A good builder will offer an inspection opportunity to buyers, and they should take advantage.
Buyers Not Comfortable With Higher Counter Offer
A couple places a bid on a new home and the owner counter offers. They now are having second thoughts about the true value of the property. Ilyce gives real estate buyers some tips for buying in a down economy.
Find Home Market Value With Real Estate Agent
When you're selling your home, what's a good way to find out the home's market value? You can hire an appraiser to determine your home's market value but it may be better to work with real estate agents. You can ask three real estate agents to come through your home and do a comparative market analysis (CMA) which is used to determine your home's market value for sale.
Finding Good Tenants For Rental Property
A rental property owner has trouble finding good tenants and getting rent payments on time. He wonders if Section 8 might be the answer to finding good tenants for his rental property. The landlord might want to better screen his tenants, along with a few other strategies.
Home Inspection Contingency Essential To Deal
A home buyer deposits earnest money and signs an amendment to remove the inspection contingency rider to the contract. Later, an engineer inspection finds problems in the foundation and the home buyers want to back out. If the buyers signed away their rights to have a home inspection, then they cannot walk away after a poor inspection report.