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What’s your take on using an IRA to purchase Real Estate?

Interest rates on IRAs plummeted during the economic downturn but for the most part, they’re back. I’ve never been sure whether or not it’s a good idea to pull funds out of an IRA for the purpose of investing elsewhere. Having said that, you’ve got to live somewhere and I’ve always been opposed to paying… Read More

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Video: 3 Home Buying Tips for Today’s Market

3 Home Buying Tips To Keep in Mind Interest rates remaining at historical lows is may be one of the few factors still favoring home buyers. With real estate inventory numbers flat and home sellers still in a ‘seller’s market’ mindset, an efficient and well-informed home buying strategy is crucial to your success. It’s important… Read More

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Buying a Home – How Much Should You Offer?

Here’s what you will need to consider. First and foremost you will need recent, accurate comparables. Make sure this information is clear to you and that you understand how much weight to give each element. RE: the home you are considering purchasing: Is the asking price in line with prices of similar homes in the… Read More