Winterizing tips Here are tips to help you prepare your home for winter: Furnace Inspection Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace and clean ducts. Stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly. If your home is heated by a hot-water radiator, bleed the valves by … [Read more...]
7 Reasons to Own Your Home
August 9, 2010 By Leave a Comment
1. Tax breaks. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, as well as some of the costs involved in buying your home. 2. Appreciation. Real estate has long-term, stable growth in value. While year-to-year fluctuations are normal, median … [Read more...]
Appealing Your Property Tax Bill
August 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If your property tax is aligned with or assessed based on the value of your home, a swing in property values could warrant close scrutiny of your property tax bill. Some more progressive tax jurisdictions will make the adjustment for you -- up or down -- but most only move your rate up or … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Prepare for Homeownership
August 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
1. Decide what you can afford. Generally, you can afford a home equal in value to between two and three times your gross income. 2. Develop your home wish list. Then, prioritize the features on your list. 3. Select where you want to live. Compile a list of three or four neighborhoods you’d … [Read more...]
Facing foreclosure?
August 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
If you're thinking of selling your home, and you expect that the total amount you owe on your mortgage will be greater than the selling price of your home, you may be facing a short sale. A short sale is one where the net proceeds from the sale won't cover your total mortgage obligation and … [Read more...]
1358 E. Loyalty Drive In Meridian’s Heritage Commons
August 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Life-Simplifying! Traditional 2 story charm with contemporary colors; tastefully decorated to capture the best of up to date style. Custom window treatments, cheerful sunny rooms. Gas range, attractive hardwood flooring extends to generous dining area that accommodates full size table plus buffet … [Read more...]
12070 Tustin in Arrowrock Ranch in Kuna Idaho
August 2, 2010 By Leave a Comment
NOT A SHORT SALE, JUST A GREAT PRICE WITHOUT THE HASSLE! This home is located in a great neighborhood with wide open spaces and only a short drive to Kuna, Boise, and Meridian. This Fully Landscaped 1/2 acre lot was designed for low maintenance and features a wrought iron fence. This home is … [Read more...]
