The new tax law, which was signed into law at the end of 2017, will directly or indirectly affect most current and prospective homeowners. Those affected directly are mostly found in the higher-cost housing areas of the nation, and will find their mortgage interest deduction limited by a new maximum loan amount of $750,000, down from $1 million. There is also a cap on the deductibility of state and local taxes of $10,000. In addition, the gre
Interior designers are trained to know what works and doesn’t work in a home. Some designers recently advised against purchasing certain home furnishings, whether you are staging a home or moving into one. Avoid these interior design eyesores for the sake of a home’s style:Overstuffed chairs.“I get that lounge chairs are comfortable, but they’re truly the elephant in the room,” Karen Gray-Plaisted, a home staging and decor pro with D
Entertainment areas—wet bars and dry bars—are places to prepare beverages for guests. But these spaces may be losing appeal and could make your listing look dated, designers say.First, make sure you know the difference between a wet bar versus a dry bar. Simply enough, a wet bar has a sink, allowing glasses to easily be rinsed, while a dry bar does not.Home bars became trendy in the 1970s and 1980s. More homeowners outfitted their basements w
Retirees are finding that a $1 million nest egg—which was once considered a benchmark for a secure retirement—may no longer be enough. As younger generations age, they will likely see that having a million dollars in retirement may even put them at poverty risk when they retire, financial planners warn.A 67-year baby boomer retiring with $1 million will generate $40,000 to live off in the first year (adjusted for inflation and assuming a wit
Homebuilders say larger-than-expected cost increases topped their list of biggest market surprises in 2017, according to a survey of more than 300 homebuilding executives conducted by John Burns Real Estate Consulting. While builders say they anticipated cost increases, 40 percent of builders surveyed say the increases in 2017 were more than what they expected.The biggest surprises of 2017 for homebuilders were: Bigger cost increases: 40% Stronge
Don’t let the snow pile up outside your home this winter. The Outdoor Power Equipment Instituteand TurfMutt offer various tips for homeowners to follow in the colder months. From pet safety to clearing the sidewalks, get in the habit of following these winter weather tips for your property’s upkeep:Source: “Wise Winter Weather Tips for Your Family Yard,” Outdoor Power Equipment Institute
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A belated Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!We're ready to make your new year more productive and deal some real estate with a team of 100. That is right! We reached 100 members in 2017 hiring 12 more this month. Our members now include John Fountain dealing the N. Tampa Bay & Pinellas County areas, Chen-Pei Stewart that was referred on by another member and dealing the DFW area, Mary Vavala dealing the Sarasota-Bradenton area, Uziel Ambriz
iPro currently deals throughout the states of California, Texas, Florida and New York. We continue to strive and broaden opportunities for real estate professionals and consumers. Visit www.iprore.com for the latest information and links.Click here for information on becoming a salesperson.
About SharonSharon is a native of Dallas and a graduate of Skyline High School. After completing a course in Medical Billing and Coding at Everett College, Sharon spent over 25 years in customer service, over 19 of those years with the Federal Government. Her experience with the Small Business Administration, Concentra Inc. and AT&T gives her a unique perspective on working with people to help them achieve their goals and meet their real esta
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