Should I Buy a Condo or a House? Which Is Better to Buy?
A condo is usually less expensive than a free-standing house. Normally condos are smaller in square footage, and maintenance is typically cheaper because you’re only responsible for the interior of your home, the property tax is also cheaper because you are paying for the inside square footage literally. You don’t have to worry about, general […]
Renting? Get Renter’s Insurance, You’ll Be Glad You Did!
If you’re one of the millions of people renting across the country, then it’s important that you have adequate insurance. The good news is that there are insurance policies available that are specifically designed for renters. By- Jeff Gitlen If you rent an apartment or home, you should know that your landlord’s insurance does not […]
Moving During Coronavirus: Tips For a Safer move during a Pandemic
Moving during coronavirus: ‘It’s really stressful to buy a home in general. This just felt surreal.’ Moving isn’t an easy task during the best of times. But when you add a global crisis like the coronavirus, it’s bound to cause more challenges. For some, the answer may be to delay moving plans. But what if […]
Has The Coronavirus Impacted Your Wallet?
If you have a student loan, here’s what happens when the Fed lowers rates. If you borrowed money to attend college, you most likely won’t feel any impact from the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut. That’s because most of the 45 million Americans with student loan debt have fixed interest rates, meaning the amount they […]
Should I Buy a Home During a Pandemic? Should I Sell?
If you are buying, selling or looking for a home, you are not alone in having questions right now. Or in being a little shaken up. The coronavirus is scary. But those willing to enter the housing market have the benefit of low rates — and the wisdom of those who bought during the last […]
How to file for unemployment in Texas if your job is affected by Coronavirus.
If the COVID-19 outbreak has changed your employment situation, here’s how you can file to receive benefits in the meantime. How to apply for benefits If your employment has been affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) CORONAVIRUS If the COVID-19 outbreak has changed your employment situation, here’s how you can file to receive benefits in the […]
Record Number of Borrowers Can Now Save on a Mortgage Refinance as Rates Drop From Coronavirus Fears
Mortgage rates have dropped 15 basis points to 3.56 percent, therefore Record number of borrowers can now save on a mortgage refinance as rates drop from coronavirus fears. KEY POINTS A record number of homeowners can refinance—Here’s how much you could save The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell to a record low […]
How to Get the Best Furniture and Other Items Deals on Facebook Marketplace!
Hey, guys here you have the tips on how to get that precious leather sofa for 80% off the real price, from your home, aha! Yeah, that’s right, how to get that steal- The Real Deal! By Alisa Bovino- Alisa Bovino Blog Facebook Marketplace. Our home is nowhere near fully furnished, and Facebook Marketplace has been my […]
Are you Student & Getting Married? What You Need to Know About Your Student Debt
~By Donna Rosato Talking about your student loans isn’t likely to be top of mind if you’re planning a wedding. But if you or your spouse-to-be have college debt, it’s an important conversation to have before you walk down the aisle. Marriage can trigger changes to your student loan payments and affect your eligibility for some valuable tax […]
How to claim your pets on your tax return
In some specific cases, your dogs and cats can fetch you tax breaks on pet-related expenses. Get your paws on some more tax write-offs. While the IRS won’t let you claim your fur babies as dependents — they’re generally considered a “personal expense” — pets can still fetch you some extra tax breaks in some […]
