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Real Estate Matters
This award-winning writer and nationally recognized real estate and personal finance expert educates readers with valuable insights on managing money and finding, financing, renovating and selling a home. Her package includes a feature article, general Q&A, financial Q&A related to real estate and a real estate law column co-authored by attorney Samuel J. Tamkin.
Real Estate Matters Samples
As Mortgage Rates Drop Again, Is It Time to Refinance?
Mortgage interest rates have fallen below 5 percent again, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Why Short Sales and Modifications Take So Long -- and What to Do About It
Q: I went under contract to buy a house six months ago. I can't seem to get anyone to listen to me. Don't the banks want this to work out? A: I'm sure that someone besides you wants this sale to work out -- the seller!
ASK THE REAL ESTATE LAWYER
Q: In 1995, the court dissolved our marriage. After 13 years and $69,000 of repairs and improvements I finally sold the house. Here's what I don't understand: Does the quitclaim deed trump the dissolution decree?
Financial Questions and Answers
Q: My husband passed away and left me with huge medical bills because he did not have health insurance. My attorney opened probate and asked the judge to appoint me as the personal representative.
Tax Credit Q and A: What's New About This Tax Credit
Since Senate negotiators announced they had reached an agreement on extending and slightly expanding the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit, my inbox has been filling up with questions about the credit and who will qualify for it.
Buy Owner's Title Insurance Policy to Protect Yourself from Unforeseen Liens
Q: I purchased a house in a short sale at the end of August and have since received a claim of lien letter from a painter. A: You may be responsible for the lien because it wasn't settled at the closing and paid out of the closing proceeds.
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