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How Do I Check for an IRS Property Tax Lien?

By | November 29th, 2012|

To check for an IRS Property Tax Lien, you can use the Internet. Each state's method of filing IRS tax liens will differ slightly.  Q: How can I check for an IRS property tax lien using the Internet? I am housebound and can't get to the county courthouse. A: While you might not be able [...]

Loan Modification Programs for Underwater Mortgage

By | November 28th, 2012|

If you don't qualify for any loan modification programs and have an underwater mortgage, you might not want to walk away but instead consider a short sale. Q: I have been forced into retirement as I can't find a job with my skills inventory. That means I have to live on a fixed income of [...]

Using a Real Estate Closing Attorney

By | November 27th, 2012|

Using a real estate closing attorney is required by some states, but you should still consider purchasing an owner’s title insurance policy to protect yourself. Q: I wrote to you earlier regarding a suit to partition elicited by the co-owners of my home. I owned the home with a friend and when he died without a [...]

Full Service vs. Flat Fee Real Estate Agent: Which is Better?

By | November 26th, 2012|

Deciding between a full service versus a flat fee real estate agent can be a tough choice - each has potential drawbacks. Q: What is your opinion of the flat rate listing vs. the traditional “full service” listing agent? We listed our previous home with a flat rate listing service about ten years ago but [...]

Mortgage Lenders Cracking Down on Single-Family Rentals

By | November 26th, 2012|

Have you moved and decided to rent out your old house rather than sell it at today’s depressed prices? Are you renting out your vacation property? Did you buy a foreclosure or short sale with a residential mortgage and—after you fixed it up—begin renting it out while waiting until you can sell it and make [...]

More Homeowners Renting Single-Family Homes

By | November 26th, 2012|

As homeowners are struggling to sell their homes, some are instead turning to an alternative option: renting. In addition, more companies are swooping into the market offering to rent homes for struggling homeowners, and more investors are snapping up cheap properties in order to rent them out. With so many new homes hitting the rental [...]

Tips on How to Find a Commercial Real Estate Lender

By | November 23rd, 2012|

Tips on How to Find a Commercial Real Estate Lender Here are a few tips on how to find a commercial property real estate lender and other ways to get financing if you are denied a home loan. Q: I have been investing in real estate since late 2009. My business partner and I have [...]

Options for Selling an Upside Down Condo or Underwater Home

By | November 21st, 2012|

When trying to sell an upside down condo or underwater home, consider all your options and how short selling or foreclosing you property could affect your credit. Q: I currently own and live in a condominium. But I want to sell my condominium and buy a house. But because I'm upside down in my condo, [...]

Mortgage Interest Rates Reach New Lows Says Freddie Mac

By | November 21st, 2012|

Fixed mortgage interest rates dipped to new lows for the second consecutive week, according to the latest data from Freddie Mac. Low fixed mortgage interest rates are keeping borrowing costs down and home affordability high, but also indicate the housing market is struggling as it continues to make a sluggish recovery. Frank Nothaft, vice president [...]

The Problems With Paying Your Child’s Mortgage

By | November 20th, 2012|

Helping your children pay off their mortgage can cause problems, and you need to consider if helping is truly in your child's best interest. Q: My son in-law walked away and left my daughter with no job and no money. They are not delinquent on their house payments as of now but will be next [...]

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