With a variety of tax breaks that come with home ownership, buying makes a lot of sense versus renting and paying someone else’s mortgage. Plus, think of all the money they’re getting back from Uncle Sam each year! Taxes are one of those annual chores that...
There are so many different ways a client can find you and your listings online. Wouldn’t it be nice to know where they came from, what they searched, and how long they stayed? Knowing those bits of information could help you figure out what’s working...
Just because you have negative equity in your home doesn’t mean your hands are tied with regard to making it a home that works for you. In fact, there are a variety of upgrades that make a lot of sense for homeowners in this situation....
It's not always possible to close the deal on the first contact. In many cases, it may take many attempts to bring a customer into the fold with your organization. And while your marketing budget might not be huge, there are some cost-effective techniques that...
Beginning in 2013, California's Franchise Tax Board will scrutinize real estate tax write offs filed by property owners as part of their 2012 tax returns. Their main focus is to ensure that deductible and non-deductible portions are appropriately designated. Unfortunately, this will likely reduce the...
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