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Gloria Matlin, Coldwell Banker Agent

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-10-09T16:05:33-05:00 October 9th, 2007|

Top-selling real estate agent Gloria Matlin talks about how she works with buyers and sellers and why she loves to sell real estate.

Retaining Wall Encroachment

By GlinkAndTamkin| 2007-10-09T00:00:00-05:00 October 9th, 2007|

What should you do If your neighbor has built a retaining wall that encroaches onto your property and he now wants you to provide him with an easement to cover the encroachment? Should you tear down the retaining wall instead? Or consult an attorney about setting up the easement agreement? If depends on what kind of relationship you have with your neighbor and the kind of impact this wall could have on your property.

Incomplete Seller Disclosure May Lead To Lawsuit

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-10-07T00:00:00-05:00 October 7th, 2007|

Seller's property disclosure statement is supposed to list all known problems. If you buy a home and discover problems that weren't mentioned in the seller disclosure you may decide to sue the seller. Seller disclosure cases are tough to win because you have to have proof that the seller knew of the problem in order to win the lawsuit.

Property Taxes On Inheritance

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-10-05T00:00:00-05:00 October 5th, 2007|

Property taxes can be calculated for the current year or in arrears. Inherited property usually owes property taxes based on the date the new owner receives the deed to the property.

New Home Construction Questions

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-10-03T00:00:00-05:00 October 3rd, 2007|

New construction presents different issues for a home buyer. Negotiating a new construction contract should not be taken lightly. There are certain questions that every buyer needs to ask. What should be included in the contract? Should I build or buy a model home? A buyer should hire a good real estate attorney and do lots of research before closing on the purchase.

Rezoning Inherited Property

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-10-01T00:00:00-05:00 October 1st, 2007|

Inheriting property brings up all kinds of options. When inherited property can be zoned as commercial or residential, an heir is faced with many decisions as to how to deal with the property. It's important to take one step at a time when dealing with inherited property.

Time To Refinance With Low Rates?

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-09-30T00:00:00-05:00 September 30th, 2007|

Mortgage refinancing is the first thing to do when the Federal Reserve lowers its rates, right? Mortgage rates often move in opposition to the Fed. Good credit and equity in property will help you qualify for a new mortgage but you should shop around and do the math first to find the best interest rate.

Noisy Condominium Neighbors Cause Problems

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-09-29T00:00:00-05:00 September 29th, 2007|

Noisy neighbors are causing problems for a condominium reader. Suing neighbors is one way to deal with a noisy neighbor but you may be able to come to an agreement with the condo association board for noise regulations.

Repair Credit Before Applying For Mortgage

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-09-26T00:00:00-05:00 September 26th, 2007|

Sometimes when you go through a divorce one partner lashes out at the other by running up credit card debt. If the credit cards are in both spouses' names it can be a real problem. What can you do post-divorce if you want to buy a home? If you're low on cash and your credit is bad, you should pay down down and raise your credit score in order to qualify for a mortgage.

How To Get Your Name Off Of Mortgage

By Ilyce Glink| 2007-09-25T00:00:00-05:00 September 25th, 2007|

A homeowner purchased a home with his fiance and they eventually broke up and is wondering if a quit claim deed will work. A quit claim deed will remove him from the title, but not from the mortgage. You cannot remove your name on the mortgage loan unless you sell the house or refinance the mortgage.

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