Mortgage Loan Rates Rise
Both the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) and Freddie Mac issued news that mortgage loan interest rates have gone up. For the week ending Oct. 10, ...
ETF Book Review: iMoney
Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are mutual funds that are traded like stocks. ETFs run the gamut from general funds based on indexes to highly specialized ETFs, such as those that focus on narrow slices of medicine. If you are familiar with investing and want to learn more about ETF funds and ETF portfolios, read "iMoney: Profitable ETF Strategies for Every Investor."
ETFs And Investment Risk
As with any investment, exchange-traded funds come with some risk. Can ETFs help you get rich quick? How risky are ETFs? What can you do to mitigate risk when investing in ETFs? John Wasik, coauthor of "iMoney: Profitable ETF Strategies for Every Investor," shares his insights on ETFs and risk.
What’s A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)?
When you're buying or selling a home, you want to get a comparative market analysis so you know the property value. In a comparative market analysis real estate agents compare the value of your property with that of similar properties. CMAs are used to determine at what price to list a property for sale. Learn about comparative market analysis from this Expert Real Estate Tips video.
Real Estate Agents: What’s Dual Agency?
A real estate agent typically represents either the buyer or the seller. But if a listing agent brings the buyer to the table, that real estate agent is now a dual agent. What is dual agency? How can you protect yourself if you find yourself working in a dual agency situation. Check out this new ExpertRealEstateTips video for the answer.
Will A Buyer’s Agent Try To Get The Best Price?
Home buyers wonder if their buyers' agent will try to get them the best price? They're concerned that since the buyer's agent gets a piece of the commission, they may not negotiate a tough deal. This Expert Real Estate Tips video discusses the issue.
Buying A House? What Can Go Wrong.
Many things can go wrong when buying a house. You'll want to be sure to protect yourself so that nothing goes wrong when you buy your house, the biggest purchase you'll ever make.
Can I Lower My Real Estate Taxes?
Is your real estate tax bill too high? If your property has declined in value, you may be able to lower your real estate tax bill. This Expert Real Estate Tips video shows you how.
Questions To Ask A Real Estate Agent
Don't be afraid to ask real estate agents questions before you hire them. Which real estate companies have they worked for and for how long? Do they hold an agent's license or broker's license? What is their specialty and can they provide references? How do they market real estate on the Internet? What real estate have they sold? This Expert Real Estate Tips segment tells you what questions to ask your real estate agent.