Write-Offs Uncle Sam Wishes You’d Forget As a homeowner, you can benefit from tax breaks that can shave thousands of dollars off from your IRS bill each year, which could mean a higher refund check.  Since it’s that time of year we are all gathering our documents and working on getting out taxes in asap, […]

Should You Consider Getting a Home Warranty? As a homeowner, you just never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  Once way to mitigate the anxiety of being a homeowner and having to be responsible for things that break before they should is to get a home warranty.  Home warranties have […]

The 3 Questions Most Asked by Past Clients I believe my job doesn’t end at the settlement table, and I want to be your resource for all things home finance related even after you move into your first home. Below are the questions asked most by past clients who have bought a home with me. […]

Should You Pay Down Your Mortgage? At first thought, it may seem logical to take any extra money you might have (thank you work bonus!) and pay down your mortgage. Seems like a good idea on the surface, but let’s dive deeper and see if it’s right for YOU. Let’s put aside the emotional relief […]

Have You Refinanced Yet? With mortgage rates at historic lows, it’s the perfect time to consider refinancing your home if you haven’t done so already. If you’re looking for ways to cut costs and save money in 2021, then taking advantage of these current rates with a new loan should be at the top of […]

Why You Should Know Your Exact Credit Score Did you know that 1 in 5 people have an error on their credit report? That’s why whether you are currently a homeowner or plan to purchase a home in the future, it is important to monitor your credit report regularly. Are you giving your credit score […]

Holiday Safety Tips for You and Your Home It’s that time of year when the “hustle and bustle” of the holidays begins in full force. You may feel like your to-do lists for decorating, shopping, and baking will never end! Whether you own your home or currently rent, now is the time to make sure […]

New Loan Limits Give Buyers More Spending Power in 2021 As we wrap up the last month of 2020, we have some good news to share for buyers and sellers in 2021 when it comes to mortgages! Effective January 1st, the Federal Housing Finance Agency increases conforming loan limits for mortgages acquired by Fannie Mae […]

How Accurate Is Your Home’s Online Estimate? Who hasn’t checked out online real estate sites for price estimates of their own home, a neighbor’s home, or even a beach house when on vacation?  Most of us are guilty as charged! It’s easy to see why these sites and apps are tempting to use since buyers […]

How to Challenge Your Property Tax Assessment Homeowners like to see their home increase in value — it means you made a good decision purchasing this property. Kudos to you! But before you start high-fiving about how much your home is worth, you might want to take a closer look at your tax assessment. Remember […]