December 29, 2011
- The Benefits Of Working With A Buyer's Agent
The purchase of a home is, in the majority of cases, the single most expensive and complicated transaction a person will ever experience. On top of that, people typically only have the experience one, two, or three times during a lifetime, so they never get accustomed to the process. Also, requirements for a real estate [...]
October 9, 2009
- Homestead Exemption Explained
Homestead Exemption Explained
We had a reader write to us and ask, "My spouse recently passed away, will I have to sell my home to meet creditor obligations?"
There are laws that can protect, to a certain extent, the value of a home from property taxes and creditors following a homeowner's death. A homestead exemption is a [...]
March 29, 2009
- Taxes: What's Changed for 2009?
Taxes: What's Changed for 2009?
Started your taxes yet? Well, when you do, you're going to find some changes to the tax laws that will probably mean a lower tax bill.Have more questions about what's changed for 2008 / 2009? Just use the comment link below and we'll try to get the answer for you.
