Fort Lauderdale Blog

Mortgage Interest Deduction Softens Blow as Tax Day Approached

With the April 17 tax-filing deadline right around the corner, the most important tax deduction for tens of millions of middle-class families could be on the chopping block as early as next year’s tax season if some policymakers get their way.

“The mortgage interest deduction has been in existence since the inception of the federal tax code nearly 100 years ago and is a cornerstone of U.S. tax and housing policy,” says Barry Rutenberg, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder from Gainesville, Fla.

Home Improvement and Choosing a Contractor

When making improvements to your home make sure you pay careful attention to whom you hire.  How and when you pay, do they have a current and valid license/credentials to do the work, check references and make sure your GC has insurance.

Global Real Estate in US - Miami and Fort Lauderdale among the Hot 10

It's in the air... the cash offers, the good deals, the foreclosures and the lost faith by local buyers on the value of real estate as an investment.. who's ripping the benefits? global buyers are back again attracted by US Dollar and the US Real Estate Market.

10 Hot Spots for Global Homebuyers Report.

Homeowner Vacancy: Tightest Housing Markets in the U.S.

Homeowner Vacancy: Tightest Housing Markets in the U.S.

A simple measure of tightness in a market for owner-occupied housing is the homeowner vacancy rate (number of homes for sale divided by the number either for sale or owner-occupied). Builders are often interested in markets that are tight by this measure, because it indicates prospective buyers will have difficulty finding a suitable home among the available existing units.

133 Almar Dr., Wilton Manors, Fl 33334 - Open House Sunday 1-5pm

Excuse Me, Please. I'am still searching for the right words to describe this breathtakingly wonderful waterfront renovated house located on the north fork of the middle river. Granite/ stainless appliances--huge private dock-impact windows throughout .. a few more final touches could make it a HOME! View the Virtual Tour for 133 Almar Dr, Wilton Manors, FL Schedule a Showing Search All Homes For Sale Community Information Zip 33334 What is your home worth? Marina Sarabia & Kathleen Costanzo Keller Williams Realty 954-914-8060 marina@LauderdaleHomeSearch.com Licensed In: Fl L2L Virtual Tours

Add Value to Your Home without Breaking the Bank

At a time when homebuyers are looking for houses that don't need numerous home improvements, many homeowners increase home value with relatively simple upgrades to their kitchens.

Simple Steps to Home Safety

Keeping your home and family safe is a high priority. If home fires, break-ins or weather-related disasters have you worried, here are some simple steps you can take to make your home a safer place.

Counseling Helps Homeowners Stay Put

Good News! It looks like the Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 is more than likely going to be extended. If you think the short sale is your best bet--do it now. As a CDPE, please call for any additional information on short sales and how they can help you.

Revolt of the insider - housing analyst Laurie Goodman - Jan. 16, 2012

Revolt of the insider - housing analyst Laurie Goodman - Jan. 16, 2012.