September1
After almost 20 years of giving personal financial advice, I thought I would
share the secrets I know about becoming financially successful.If you avoid
these 5 disaster financial moves, you should have a good chance of becoming
prosperous and hitting your goals. If you have made one of these already, it
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You may view the latest post at
http://www.yoursmartmoneymoves.com/2010/08/30/5-disaster-financial-moves/
August29
Via Donna Dazzo Home Stager in the Hamptons & New York (Designed to Appeal, LLC):
Sometimes, making an improvement to your home could actually hurt you when you try to sell it.
August27
It is very important to order a survey.
Most lenders do not require a survey anymore so it is optional for you.
The closing attorney’s office will order the survey upon your request.
This information is from Jill Elliott’s website, a closing attorney friend of Rhonda’s. Here is her take on the issue.
(So what do you think you are buying?) Read the rest of this entry »
August23
Pending Home Sales for July increased by 3.2%, more than double the expectations of 1.5%, and representing the sixth consecutive monthly gain…the longest streak on record.
While it’s nice to finally hear some positive news about the housing sector – let’s remain cautious in our optimism, as many first time homebuyers moved up their home purchasing plans to take advantage of the Federal tax credit (according to the Mortgage Market Guide). Read the rest of this entry »
August17
1. Decide what you can afford. Generally, you can afford a home equal in value to between two and three times your gross income.
August5
“Why does a lender want to see my bank statements?”
Here are the reasons that lenders ask to see a borrower’s bank statements: Read the rest of this entry »
August3
When the housing market’s hot, it seems like just about any remodeling project is a good investment and adds value to your home. But when the market is tight, you want to be more selective about which projects you undertake, and know what you stand to gain in return.
So whether you’ve been thinking about boosting your home’s value, its curb appeal, or just making your living space more comfortable for you and your family, the ideas below can help you cost-effectively achieve your goals in any market. Read the rest of this entry »