There was a time when it was possible to acquire a mortgage shortly after filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but with the shifts in the financial sector, the timeline on such a mortgage approval has changed in recent years. If you're currently undergoing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and are wondering how this will impact home … Continue reading Can You Get a Mortgage after a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Discharge Yes But Youll Have to Wait →

Color psychology is not an exact science, but there are basic principles that marketing pros use to sell everything from greeting cards to automobiles. Much of it has to do with color. Yes, the colors you put on your walls, or on your front door, can help clinch a home sale! Humans have emotional reactions to … Continue reading Can color help sell your home →

For most people, their mortgage is the only thing drawing them back to invest for their future. If you’re one of those, you probably think you should pay off your house immediately or reserve the money to get passive income.   The truth is, there is no definitive answer for this dilemma. Paying your mortgage … Continue reading Is it better to pay off a mortgage or invest? →

Real estate can be tricky, especially if you’re thinking of getting a property for your business. The cost and requirements of getting commercial real estate are very different from getting a residential house.   What is commercial real estate?   A commercial real estate or CRE is exclusively reserved for business-related purposes.    In most … Continue reading What is commercial real estate? →

Before delving into tax-deductible home improvements, it's important to understand that these tax deductions won't be applied immediately. In most cases, homeowners can only benefit, tax-wise, from their home renovations later, when they sell their home. It's important for homeowners to keep receipts for their improvements, though so they have proof of the improvements they … Continue reading Best Tax Deductible Home Improvements For Homeowners →

We're told not to judge a book by its cover, but there's no such rule in the housing market. Curb appeal is the external attractiveness of a home, and if you're in the market for a house that first impression has a lot to do with your final decision. Alternatively, if you're looking to sell, … Continue reading Budget Friendly DIY Projects That Instantly Boost Curb Appeal →

Have you been dreaming about a larger, roomier or more luxurious living space? Or perhaps just want to experience the joy of owning your own home and building your net worth instead of renting? Let's explore a few questions that can help to answer whether or not you're ready for a new lifestyle as a … Continue reading Are You Ready for Home Ownership Find Out by Answering These 4 Questions →

Because of the internet, people are now more aware of the benefits and lifetime effects of having investments. Some people as young as 15 years old already have excellent portfolios in the stock market.   However, some people don't realize that investments aren't just about the stock market. They can be about real estate, too. … Continue reading Real estate vs stock market: Which is a better investment? →

Most people think they can no longer get a loan or a mortgage if they have a bad credit score. However, this is not true. There are many ways to get a reasonable loan for your house, even with a bad credit history!   1. Keep track of your credit score.   Before looking for … Continue reading Tips to get mortgage with bad credit score →