10 Reasons To Hire An Agent Sooner Rather Than Later
By: Author Unknown With so much information readily available online, clients sometimes ask me, “Why should we hire a real estate agent?” They wonder, and rightfully so, if they couldn’t buy or sell a home through the Internet or through regular marketing and advertising channels without representation, without a a real estate agent. Some do OK, many don’t. So if …
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Reduce Your Tax Exposure In A Real Estate Sale
I just finished reading an excellent article by David Fisher in the current edition of Open Fences Magazine on reducing your tax exposure when selling real estate. David talks about the smart use of Deferred Sales Trusts in conjunction with the four main ways to receive the proceeds from a real estate sale. Those being: cash out, 1031 exchange, owner …
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Buying Homeowner’s Insurance
In order to guard yourself from risk and certain liability, it is essential to invest in a homeowner’s insurance policy that will give you appropriate protection. Although such policies are not a requirement by law, any mortgage company will require this as a stipulation to receiving your next home loan. Types of Policies Several types of plans are available that …
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Raising a Family in Durango, Colorado
With its small town charm coupled with a wide variety of educational and recreational opportunities, Durango, CO, is the perfect place to raise a family. The city is home to the Durango School District 9-R, giving you multiple school options for your children. Whether you live in town or in rural La Plata County, the school district has several elementary …
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