Four Big Tax Breaks for Home Buyers in 2015

Tax breaks come and go. Some years are good, some not so good. Get ready for a good one! If you purchase a home in 2015, you will be able to take advantage of a healthy package of tax deductions and credits. Of course, to get all the goodies you will have to itemize and keep accurate records. Think of …

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Rare, Resplendent 3 Bed 2 Bath Home Available in Oak Knolls, Open House Sat/Sun Feb. 21/22 1-4 p.m.

Homes like this one rarely make it to the general listings before getting scooped up by eagle-eyed investors and bargain-hunters. Located at 920 Avenida De San Clemente in bewitching Oak Knolls, this jewel will be open to the public on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 21 and 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. This showpiece will literally take your breath away. …

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Solar Panels: Should You or Shouldn’t You?

Ask a dozen people about solar panels and you’ll get 12 different opinions. Homeowners who already have them tell a different story, one that is not so colored by opinions and inaccurate information. Diehard sun-power advocates scream from their rooftops about cost savings and environmental advantages. Others say the expenses outweigh the benefits. Who is right? Does anyone need to …

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Know Your Basic Mortgage Math

You don’t need to be a mathematician to learn the ins and outs of simple mortgage calculations. Do you know how to figure a mortgage amount, adjusted for any down payment you make? Can you then determine exactly how much interest you will pay over the life of the loan? These are key pieces of information that every home shopper …

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Linda Moore Announces A Cash Giveaway Contest

Tax season can be a stressful and dreadful time for folks, so I am going to help you chase those IRS blues away! Both Coldwell Banker Encinitias and I are announcing the Cash For Tax Season Drawing where one lucky winner will win $1,000 in cash. To enter, just go ahead and print and fill out the entry form at …

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How A Real Estate Agent Can Help You

Many people think that buying or selling a home is an easy transaction that could be done on their own. They see it as a way to save on paying commission to an agent and reaping in the full financial benefits of selling a house.  However, buying or selling a house on your own could cost you more in the …

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Tips to Increase the Value of Your Home

If you are selling your home, I am sure you are looking to get the most value out of it. There are several things you can do to make sure the value of your house is maximized. These tips are especially useful when the market takes a downturn. Paint your home As we all know, appearances are very important when …

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