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Avoiding Taxes on a Gift of Equity
  December 20, 1999, Revised April 16, 2003, Revised July 16, 2004 "My parents are willing to sell me their home, which is worth $200,000, for only $150,000... Can I arrange the sale in a way that will allow me to avoid mortgage insurance?" In addition to ... more...

How Much House Can You Afford?
December 10, 1999 Borrowers often begin their home search with only the foggiest idea about how much they can afford to pay, which can result in wasted time and frustration. They should know approximately how much they can afford ... more...

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FHA Mortgage Insurance
FHA Mortgage Insurance It is insurance from FHA to the lender against incurring a loss on account of the borrower's default. Paid if FHA loan LTV is higher than 80%. Also known as MIP - Mortage Insurance Premium. By insuring the loan the Federal Government agrees to repay ... more...

MIP, Mortgage Insurance Premium
MIP, Mortgage Insurance Premium It is insurance from FHA to the lender against incurring a loss on account of the borrower's default. Paid if FHA loan LTV is higher than 80%. Also known as FHA Mortgage Insurance. By insuring the loan the Federal Government agrees to repay ... more...

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Building a Home Addition
Besides providing your home with more living space, a home addition can be a terrific investment. However, before embarking on such a project the homeowner should first consider several important items. These items include: home market values in the neighborhood, financing, size and scale of ... more...

Taking The Plunge: Starting Your First Home Based Business
Peter and Heidi Wonson needed capitol to finance their future. With their third child due, an addition to their home scheduled to begin, and Peter's paycheck as their only source of income, they took the leap. They started a home-based business marketing tutus and dance wear for little girls on ... more...

Medicaid Overview
Medicaid, also known as medical assistance is a joint federal-state program that provides health insurance coverage to low-income children, seniors and people with disabilities. In addition, it covers care in a nursing home for those who qualify. Medicaid is a state administered program and ... more...

How to Buy a Home When Your in Your Twenties
A Singles Game of Real Estate (Getting started in your twenties)Due to the fact that most of us grow up in either a rented apartment or our parents single family home, it stands to reason that most people, when beginning to ask themselves the question of purchasing their own dwelling, will come to ... more...

A Singles Game of Real Estate
This discussion leans toward answering questions asked most often by our youthful men and women in there early twenties. They often begin to ask themselves the question, Should I consider buying a home, condo/town-home or some other type of real estate that I can call my own? Due to the fact that ... more...

This Secret Weapon Will Eanble You To Close Up To 200% more Home Remodel Sales
Many Homeowners are not aware of all the options that are available to them when it comes to Home Loans. As a Home Remodeling Specialist you have a very powerful sales tool that most of your competitors don't even know exists. By using this Sales tool you can overcame the one Major purchase ... more...

Affiliate Opportunity: The "Bad Credit" Market
If you are an affiliate, you will want to consider promoting programs catering to individuals with bad credit. Why? Because of the tremendous demand!Millions of consumers have less than perfect credit. In addition, in 2004 nearly 1.6 million people in the United States filed for bankruptcy and ... more...

First Time Buyers Mortgage Application Checklist
If you have a dream about owning your own home and applying for a mortgage then you may be a bit nervous at the present moment. While having your own home is the American dream the high prices involved can be overwhelming. In addition to this, many lenders will be more concerned with earning a ... more...

Balance Transfer Credit Card - Debt Consolidation
Balance transfer credit cards can provide an excellent option for debt consolidation. Many Americans are currently in debt and struggling for a way out. Some choose to use a home equity loan to help get themselves out of debt, but not everyone has a home with built up equity to use for this ... more...

13 Extra Costs to be Aware of Before Buying a Home
Whether you're looking to buy your first home, or trading up to a larger one, there are many costs - on top of the purchase price - that you must figure into your calculation of affordability. These extra fees, such as taxes and other additional costs, could surprise you with an unwanted financial ... more...

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