Get the Inside Scoop on Escrow

Posted OnJul 29, 2015
Get the Inside Scoop on Escrow “Escrow” is a strange word, and one that most people don’t hear every day. Yet if you’re closing on a home or seeking a mortgage from a lender, you’ll likely encounter the terms “escrow” or “impound account” sooner rather than later. To hold funds in escrow means that the
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Home Office Deduction: Two Conditions and Two Methods

Posted OnJul 17, 2015
Home Office Deduction: Two Conditions and Two Methods First, with very few exceptions, the part of your home you use for your business must exclusively and regularly be used for the business, not personal activities. As an example, if you worked 40 hours a week in the home office but allowed your children to play
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What’s the Deal on Reverse Mortgages?

Posted OnJul 14, 2015
What’s the Deal on Reverse Mortgages? You’ve seen the television commercials. A well-known actor sings the praises of reverse mortgages and promises fast debt relief if you agree to one. But what is a reverse mortgage? Do you qualify for one? When should homeowners consider a reverse mortgage? What Is a Reverse Mortgage? A reverse
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Digging Deep to Avoid Financial Shenanigans

Posted OnJul 09, 2015
Digging Deep to Avoid Financial Shenanigans Earlier this year, the CFPB issued one of its regular bulletins, announcing a range of financial rules that financial institutions may sometimes “ignore” or outright defy, to the detriment of the public they serve. Just by knowing the rules, you can learn how to take care of yourself. Below
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