You've managed to find the perfect house, now it's time to apply for the mortgage to secure the financing. But, when it comes to securing your home loan, there are a few buyer mortgage don'ts you should keep in mind: Don't do anything that will cause a red flag to be raised by the scoring system. This would include adding[...]
As Monday, January 21 approaches, the nation waits for all of the upcoming celebrations and spectacle as President Obama is sworn in for a second term. Although many have made travel plans to go to Washington, D.C. for the festivities, most of us will be watching from home and online as the day’s events unfold. Many are looking beyond January[...]
A very happy Emerald new year to everyone! That's right, I said Emerald. Pantone, the world's color authority for almost 50 years, recently declared 2013 the year of the Emerald. So, if you are thinking of painting your newly purchased Atlanta home, this color should be at the top of your list. Emerald is most often associated with precious gemstones, and[...]
As lawmakers continue to quibble over the fiscal cliff issue, one of the items being placed on the chopping block is the mortgage interest tax deduction. If eliminated, the financial impact on real estate in Atlanta and housing markets nationwide could once again devastate the housing economy. Currently, the home mortgage interest deduction allows taxpayers who own their own homes to[...]
If you have a variable income, with a job based around commissions or are self-employed, it’s even more important to develop a strong strategy to reach your financial goals. The Equifax Finance Blog has a new article that can help, whether your goals are to purchase real estate in Atlanta or just feel less stress when paying bills. You can read[...]
When you think July, you're probably thinking Independence Day, beach vacations and summer fun, but chances are you aren't thinking about your local parks and recreation areas. However, since 1985, America has made July the nation's official Park and Recreation Month. This year, Georgia Parks and Recreation encourages you and your family to "get wild" about parks and recreation! If you're[...]
The American Dream of home ownership is still a driving force in many people's lives. Almost all of us grow up planning of having a successful career, a loving family and a home to call our own. With the current economic crisis however, many people have been deferring pieces of their American Dream. Coldwell Banker recently worked with psychotherapist Dr. Robbi[...]