Buying your first home is an exciting time, and the transition from renter to owner presents a long list of important long-term benefits. However, there are numerous thoughts and fears that many have when considering buying their first home. Beginning the initial process of owning a home for the first time, most people spend quite a bit of time searching…
Homeowners around the world are making a fundamental change to their homes: solar panels. These systems last more than two or three decades with proper maintenance, generating many savings during that time. Because these systems are so durable, many homeowners question the impact installing solar panels on their existing roofs will have. How will it hold up over time? What…
It’s really funny. Every musician I’ve ever met has had that dream at one point or another. But the truth is that there really are no clear ways or information available that tells you how to get a record deal as a songwriter. You are a bit lonely here. But I’d like to try to point you in the right…
There is so much information out there, especially with the internet. Many people may think that getting a real estate agent is not really a requirement. There are some people who choose to sell their houses over the internet using advertising channels in addition to the usual channels. As much as this works for some people, some fail miserably without…
Property management services can greatly help owners to manage their property and also rent it out to some reliable tenants if necessary. If you think that getting directly involved with tenants would benefit you, then you are wrong. There are so many tasks that you as a landlord have to take care of, such as collecting rent on time from…
Over the years, several Section 8 tenants have tried to make an additional payment agreement with us in an effort to convince us to accept their vouchers. We refused. What are Section 8 co-payments? Suppose the rent asked for a unit is $2,500. The Housing Authority has authorized a maximum amount per unit of $2,300. The landlord and tenant agree…
Are you a beauty specialist looking for a job in a salon? The growing popularity of Craigslist.org has made the website a great place to find a job. How can you find salon jobs on Craigslist and how should you apply? To find salon jobs on Craigslist, visit your city page. You can do this by selecting your city and…
While it’s not always recommended, it’s definitely possible to sell your home on your own—in other words, without a real estate agent. If you are organized and follow the steps below, you can potentially save 2-3% on real estate agent commissions. At the average home price, that means savings between $3,000 and $4,500! Now keep in mind: This is going…
To make real estate investing work for you, you must always take into account the economic conditions that dictate what type of real estate investment is the best option at any given time. Do you know your basics? What are Bank Owned REO Properties or Non-Performing Loans? What is the difference between the two? It’s quite simple actually. Both bad…
Starting a business when you are on maternity leave is hard on your finances. Your maternity pay is about to run out, your savings are a distant memory, and your credit card is feeling the pinch. So, when deciding on your business, it is worth thinking about how long it will be before you earn some money. Freelancing is generally…