The Real Estate Professional

18Jan/100

Hawaii Real Estate – A Great Time To Buy?

Although the global economy is slowly revitalizing the overall real estate market isn't in a very good situation but there are a few locations in the world that are an exception. These exceptions aren't affected much by the current economic crisis as the desirability of these locations is at a read more

17Jan/100

Seven Reasons to Invest in Romania Real Estate Properties

Romania - famous for its beautiful palaces and castles, wonderful liquors and food, Dracula, dazzling women is a beautiful country located in central-eastern Europe. It is the 12th largest country in the Europe. The economy of Romania has shown potential growth in the past few years. Since read more

5Jan/100

Vacation Property Investments & Real Estate Investing In Virginia, Washington, Maryland

One of the most interesting and enjoyable ways to try your hand at real estate investment & listings in Virginia, Washington, Maryland are through the ownership of vacation property you can use for your own holidays, or to generate income as rental property. If you have been looking for a read more

4Jan/101

Buy Dfw Real Estate Using First-time Home Buyers Tax Credit -$8,000

The federal tax credit for first-time home buyers is to ensure that home buyers will become home owners utilizing the $8000. Not only will the tax credit help the real estate industry, it will more importantly help increase home ownership.

The tax credit is for home buyers purchasing read more

2Jan/100

VAT in Realty

Value added tax (VAT) has always been a cause of perplexity to the real estate buyers. While some builders are recovering VAT from the customers, there are others who are not charging their customers at all. This has led to much confusion for the property buyers as to whether VAT needs to be read more

1Jan/100

The First-Time Home Buyers Tax Credit (HBTC)

Right now, Canadian first-time home buyers can take advantage of the First-Time Home Buyers' Tax Credit (HBTC). If you qualify and your home qualifies, this could be a nice bonus to taking the plunge of buying your first piece of residential real estate.

You qualify for the HBTC if read more

31Dec/090

Are Tax Lien Infomercials Legit?

Investing in tax lien certificates can be an excellent way to make money in real estate. Tax lien certificate investing is no longer the secret of suave real-estate professional s. It's all over TV and being pitched on late night infomercials.

You have heard about tax liens you just read more

5Dec/0810

Top 10 U.S. Cities With The Lowest Taxes?

Top 10 U.S. Cities With The Lowest Taxes?

A recent survey by the District of Columbia government identified top 10 cities in the U.S. that have the lowest overall tax burden. The survey was conducted on the state and local tax burden of families in the largest city in each of America's 50 states and Washington, D.C. The survey provided the stat on the state/local income, sales tax, real estate tax and auto/personal property tax incurred by couples at various income levels.

Kiplinger's Personal Finance Magazine provided t

20Nov/0810

Tips For Military Home Buyers Who Are Buying San Diego Real Estate

Tips For Military Home Buyers Who Are Buying San Diego Real Estate

San Diego County is home to one of the largest concentrations of military bases in the United States. In fact, the San Diego area contains 12 major Marine Corps and Navy bases and facilities. If you're in the military and moving to San Diego, one of your biggest decisions is whether to buy a property, live on base housing (if this option is available to you), or rent a home or apartment. If you choose to buy a property, there are many issues to consider before taking this step.


16Oct/0811

New Home Mortgage Loan Troubles – Did We Not Learn From Past Real Estate Mistakes

New Home Mortgage Loan Troubles – Did We Not Learn From Past Real Estate Mistakes

It seems that the decision makers running the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac government refinance programs did not learn anything from the current, and continuing, housing bust.  If bad loans got us into the current mess, why do Fannie and Freddie think that more bad loans will get us out?  In a recent press release it was announced that the two government-owned agencies will now refinance loans up to 125% of the current home’s value!

Does this spell trouble for the FHA home loans? All