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17 Jun 2013

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 17, 2013

Housing Analysis

Last week's news was relatively quiet with no data significant to the mortgage lending released until Wednesday, when the federal government announced a $138 billion budget deficit for May. According to the U.S. Treasury this figure is 11 percent higher than for May of 2012, but the federal budget is expected to come in with less than a -$1 trillion deficit for the 2013 fiscal year, which runs from October to September. The Treasury estimates that the 2013 budget deficit will come in at approximately -$642 billion, well below fiscal 2012's deficit of -$1.1 trillion. The federal budget has been…

14 Jun 2013

By Mark Feder

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Make Your Home A Movie Star! How To Rent Out Your Property As A Film Location

Around The Home

Whenever a scene in a film or television show takes place in a private home, have you ever thought about who owns that property? Well, it could be you! The fact is that film and television production companies are always on the lookout for new locations where they can shoot their footage. If you advertise your property in the right way, your home could have its 15 minutes of fame as the set for a film or a television show episode. Many production companies have been gradually switching over the last few years into filming at 'authentic' private properties rather…

13 Jun 2013

By Mark Feder

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Why It’s Critically Important To Have A Home Inspection

Home Buyer Tips

Many home buyers have found the perfect house, signed on the dotted line and may think they've watched enough home improvement shows to know if the home they're getting is in good shape. Unfortunately, some buyers make the mistake of skipping a home inspection in order to save a little cash. Even if a home has already stolen your heart and you're ready to pay for it as-is, you need to bite the bullet and hire a home inspector to let you know what repairs and financial repercussions await you. Why You Should Hire A Home Inspector You might know…

12 Jun 2013

By Mark Feder

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Homeowners — Are You Making These Mistakes Planning Next Year’s Taxes?

Around The Home

Filing your taxes can be a complicated and confusing process. If you are a home owner you may have many different home tax deductions and credits to consider. Since we recently passed the filing date for 2012 taxes, it may be a good time to plan for next year and get your tax tracking systems in place. Check carefully to make sure that you are not making any of these common homeowner tax mistakes – which could cost you money or get you in trouble with the IRS. Miscalculating Your Home Office Tax Deduction If you work from home, you…