Instead of posting different blog entries, I bring you everything empassing financing in one complete guide. I hope you enjoy. Please don’t hesistate to contact me if you have any questions. – Toni 5 Tips for Deciphering Your Home Loan’s Good-faith Estimate Knowing how to read your good-faith estimate can help you save money on [...]
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10 Ways to Find Your Confidence When Speaking in Public
Have you ever had to make a presentation to a room full of people and felt like you could’ve done better, a lot better? Public speaking is one of the most common fears of working professionals. These tips will help with your next speaking engagement. =) Whether it’s two, 20 or 200 people, it’s easy [...]
Real Estate: Most Dangerous Everyday Situations
Meeting new clients, showing properties, holding open houses, letting strangers get into your car, and even your marketing may be jeopardizing your personal safety. Real estate is considered by security experts as a high-risk profession.
California’s Tax Credit nearing a close
Summer is coming to a close and with it brings the expiration of one of California’s tax credits. As of this writing, California’s first-time home buyer tax credit expired effective midnight, August 15. That announcement came after the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) realized it had received more than enough applications to cover the $100 million [...]
Take a Break from Your Digital Devices – Your Eyes Will Thank You
Eye strain, fatigue and headaches are common indicators that your digital devices – including computer monitors, smart phones and video games – might be causing you discomfort. According to recent research with VSP Vision Care eye doctors, 33 percent reported that nearly one third or more of their patients suffer from symptoms of Computer Vision [...]
Five Smart Reasons to Buy a Home Now
The economy is stabilizing. Home prices are holding. It’s not just as good a time as ever to buy a house. It’s one of the best times ever. ForSaleByOwner.com presents five overlooked reasons why now is a great time to buy a house. 1. Low mortgage rates serve as an equity shock absorber. When buyers [...]
In Difficult Financial Times, Sense of Purpose is Key to Happiness
When it comes to feeling as though you’re enjoying the good life, money matters. Make no mistake about it. But it’s just one ingredient, according to a new study. But we probably already know – money doesn’t buy happiness. Being healthy, creating deep relationships with family and friends, having a sense of purpose, and feeling [...]
6 Tips to Keeping Your Home Cooler
To save some money — and, don’t forget, energy! — here are six tips that might just help. Avoid heat build-up in your home – The best way to keep your home cool is to keep the heat out. This can be done by closing the drapes on windows facing the sun (east-facing windows in [...]
