Have real estate questions? Here, you’ll find helpful articles and other resources that cover issues related to real estate, buying, selling, financing, refinancing, credit and debt, insurance, second homes, vacation homes, real estate investment, new construction, and renovation.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – June 12, 2005
Ilyce's husband Sam, Tod Mark and Ilyce talk about real estate law, practical travel advice, rising real estate prices around the world, and "What a million dollars doesn't buy." Call in topics include: increasing your cash flow through stocks and real estate, and how to refinance your house.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – May 29, 2005
Ilyce uses this show to focus on kids and money, and how we can educate our children to be smart with money. Caller on this show raise various topics including home mortgages and real estate investment trusts.
100 Questions Every First-Time Home Buyer Should Ask
Ilyce's best selling book for first-time buyers. You can buy this book at most major bookstores and on the web.
Netspend Stored Value Cards
The Netspend card is a stored value card. It looks like a credit card, but acts like a debit card. However, instead of being tied to a checking account, you have to load up the card with cash before you use it. Here are a few of the new Netspend features.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – May 22, 2005
On this show Ilyce spends time discussing her new book, the third edition of her best seller 100 Questions Every First Time Homebuyer Should Ask. Also, Ilyce talks about a Chicago church that uses faith to heal financial wounds. Calls this show include questions on lease options and capital gain.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – May 15, 2005
Ilyce discusses the New York Times article "Who is Rich in America," which investigates class and the definition of rich. Ilyce also takes calls include real estate investment scams, how to invest retirement funds, and getting the full amount from an insurance company after a car crash.
1031 Tax-Free Exchange May Help Delay Capital Gains
When you rent out rooms in your home, you're not only living in your primary residence but you're also conducting business. When you're renting out rooms and later decide to sell what taxes do you have to pay? You may owe taxes on the depreciation you claimed and capital gains tax on the investment portion of the property.
Ilyce Glink on WSB Radio – May 8, 2005
On this Mother's Day show, Ilyce talks about early Mother's Day holidays and similar holidays celebrated in other countries, and she asks listeners for the best and worst piece of advice from their own mothers. Ilyce also takes calls on establishing a portfolio and the dangers of a real estate bubble.
Selling Your Home Means Selling Your Curb Appeal First
Selling your home means selling the outside first, so make sure the exterior has curb appeal. Curb appeal and nice landscaping will push buyers to decide to walk in and help you sell your home. Maintaining your home's curb appeal will propel the offers you get, and selling your home may happen sooner than you think!
Chicago Bungalows Qualify For Grant Money
Own a Chicago Bungalow? Homeowners can get bungalows certified -- for free -- by the Historic Chicago Bungalow Association. Then they qualify for a number of grants for home improvement and home repair.