California won’t tax forgiven mortgage debt SB 401 (Wolk) into law providing distressed homeowners with California tax exemption on debt forgiven in a short sale, foreclosure, or loan modification. Effective immediately, this bill generally aligns California's tax treatment of mortgage debt relief income with federal law. For debt forgiven on a … [Read more...]
Here's How To Get Out Of Debt - Many people I see out in the market place today treat their personal household budgets like it were the federal budget. This is an easy model to follow because after all doesn't Uncle Sam have your best interests at heart? Well they say they do, however, Uncle Sam can do something that you can’t do. If … [Read more...]
What you need to know when buying a home This year stands to be a very good year buying a home. It's going to take a self directed effort and commitment on the part of all home buyers and their Realtors. By working as a team home ownership can be a reality for those who want it. The number one challenge facing home buyers and Realtor I … [Read more...]
Hilton and Titus Blacksmith Shop-Redwood City Circa 1859. Hilton and Titus Blacksmith Shop- Redwood City Circa 1859 has been demolished and now there are shops on street level and living quarters on upper levels, at 822-826 Main Street. Today the major blacksmith shop in Redwood City has a stucco covers of the previous two wooden structures at … [Read more...]
Growing An Edible Hedge In Redwood City Growing an Edible Hedge - Sunday In The Garden Used in most landscapes are hedges, especially Redwood City and the San Francisco Peninsula. Homeowners and Home Gardeners usually grow hedges to keep animal out and stop them from doing their business. Hedges are accepted a lot more as landscaping and … [Read more...]
The First Question Is Usually: How Much Should I Offer? Clients often ask, “How much under the listing price should we offer for this house we like?” The best way to understand market value is through comparative research. Professional real estate consultants review and study at least 40 to 60 listings, visit 10 to 20, and inspect 5 to 10 … [Read more...]
Fix late payments ~ re-aging your credit Fix late payments ~ re-aging your credit If you knew how to re-age your credit then you know how to fix the payments of yours that have been late and those charges you have spent over your credit limit. If not keep reading as I will tell you how re-aging your credit may help you. Here's a little … [Read more...]
IRS Says...You'll Owe Taxes If Selling By Short Sale!!! This is some important news for home sellers thinking about doing a short sale and why you'll want to do it before the end of the year. IRS Says...You'll Owe Taxes If Selling By Short Sale!!! By clicking the link below you will be able to watch a video on what is in store for homeowners … [Read more...]
Peach Tree Know-How How To: Grow & Care For - White Peach Tree Peach Trees hate frost pockets and will die if placed in one to grow. Peach trees do best in well-drained soil in full sun. A nitrogen fertilizer like a 10-10-10 is what a peach tree loves in early summer. So in Redwood City your real estate is better off if you … [Read more...]
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