Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // March 7, 2016
Home closing cost. BEWARE! Buying a home is both an enjoyable process, and one that can cost you and arm and a leg. Many first time home buyers are unaware of the fees that proceed after you make the commitment to purchasing a home. Not only does purchasing a home put a whole in your […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // February 8, 2016
Homes are becoming increasingly greener, as great efforts are being made to introduce sustainable features into mainstream construction projects. “Going green” is certainly an idea worth entertaining. Its benefits can have a lasting impact for generations. However, what are the true pros and cons of fully embracing sustainable housing trends? More importantly, are green homes […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // February 1, 2016
With peak home buying season upon us, and new mortgage loan programs emerging, what do borrowers need to know about navigating the home loan options being made available to them? Many homebuyers aren’t aware of some of the loan options that are open to them. If they would just ask, they would realize that exotic […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // January 25, 2016
What mistakes are home buyers making today, and how can you avoid them? It is an incredible time to buy a home. From low home prices and interest rates to sellers finally able to sell, this is the best time most will see for buying a home in their lifetimes. Unfortunately, many are missing out […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // January 18, 2016
Still renting? Have dreams of being a homeowner? Perhaps your goal is to have a portfolio of rental properties. Maybe it is time you sat down and mapped out your plan for going from renter to buying a home. Drafting a plan can help you achieve your goals in more ways than you may think. […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // January 11, 2016
Tired of dreaming about a better financial future and reading about others achieving success? Here are twenty things you can do to make some solid progress in securing your financial future today: Everyday someone else claims their financial independence. More often than not, real estate plays a big part in it. Perhaps you are still […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // January 4, 2016
What are some of the best home improvements to make in 2015? Whether real estate investor, agent, or homeowner, there are a variety of great home improvements to make this year. However, that doesn’t mean you can make any improvements you like. There are certain improvements that trump others. Perhaps even more importantly, there are […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // December 28, 2015
Inspiration is all around us. As a real estate investor, you are advised to learn as much as you can. After all, the most prosperous real estate investors are those that dedicate themselves to the craft. The more you know about the industry, the better position you will be in to succeed. However, sometimes it […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // December 14, 2015
estment earnings. For those that have already filed and don’t want another tax bill, consider some of the following moves to slash exposure in 2015: Open an IRA: There is still time to open an IRA and shave taxes for 2014 (if you haven’t filed your income taxes yet). It’s always smart to talk to […]
Posted by Aniceto Mata Jr // December 7, 2015
When is the best time for you to buy a home? Ask any real estate agent or investor, and they’ll tell you it is “now.” But is it? We can’t blame real estate industry workers for trying to do their jobs. It is their job to sell houses. However, is this really the best time […]