by Kathy Kohler | Nov 1, 2016 | Financial
The results of the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia shows that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. The updated numbers actually show that the range...
by Kathy Kohler | May 3, 2016 | Buyer Tips
Tax benefits. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, and some of the costs involved in buying a home. Appreciation. Historically, real estate has had a long-term, stable growth in value. In fact, median...
by Kathy Kohler | Apr 10, 2016 | Buyer Tips, Home Inspection, Professional Services
Before you buy a home, one of the things you should do is to have the home checked out by a professional home inspector. Your first clue that a home inspection is important is that it can be used as a contingency in your purchase offer. This contingency provides that...
by Kathy Kohler | Mar 22, 2016 | Selling Tips
Don’t overprice or you’ll scare away prospective buyers.To set the right price on a home, you should combine an objective evaluation of your property with a realistic assessment of market conditions.In good markets and bad, you are more likely to benefit...
by Kathy Kohler | Mar 2, 2016 | Selling Tips
1. Paint exterior doors, trim and shuttersFreshen the shutters, trim and front door by splashing on a fresh coat of paint. This is a great time to add a swatch of color to a neutral exterior that helps it pop to prospective homebuyers. If you need professional help,...
by Kathy Kohler | Feb 11, 2016 | Financial
Providing specialized loan programs and credit resources are just a few of the ways Illinois REALTORS® are working to help Illinois residents achieve the dream of homeownership. Get a copy of your credit report at:www.AnnualCreditReport.comEQUIFAX Information...
