Powered by Max Banner Ads So what exactly is a short sale? In today’s economic crisis and down real estate market this is a term that comes up a lot. But what exactly does it mean? In simple terms, a short sale is a tool that is used by banks and borrowers who have come on difficult times, as an alternative to foreclosure when a borrower cannot repay their loan. When a homeowner takes... 

3 Hot East Coast Real Estate Markets for LGBT Investors The summer travel season often inspires LGBT vacationers to consider investing in a second home – or picking up stakes and moving to a new place they may have enjoyed during weekend jaunts. But in 2011 the opportunities to make a smart, lucrative real estate investment are more attractive than they have been in many years. That’s because of... 

LGBT Real Estate Tax Topics for Filing Season Not only did LGBT Americans lose an hour of sleep by setting clocks forward in March, but many of them are still losing sleep as they worry about looming state and federal tax filing deadlines. To take full advantage of any tax breaks and benefits that are available to LGBT real estate buyers, sellers, or property owners in 2011 there are some important... 

America’s LGBT Real Estate Market – How will it be affected In the month of March unprecedented disasters in Japan and radical political upheavals in the Middle East had a monumental impact on those affected nations and repercussions from the events were immediately felt all over the world. The outcome in both cases is rather incomprehensible, and while events in the Middle East unfolded with... 

Advice for LGBT Mortgage Applicants: Deploy preemptive tactics in 2011 LGBT real estate buyers and homeowners who have been thinking about taking out a home loan or doing a mortgage refinance may now have more reasons to do so – and to start working on the project sooner instead of later. That’s because interest rates are currently hovering at record lows, representing some of the best bargains... 

LGBT Real Estate Tips: Why economists recommend buying now. Over the past six months there have many statistical indications that the housing market has not only found a solid floor but is also gaining traction and upward momentum. But with unemployment still disturbingly high and the overall economy lackluster, LGBT home shoppers have plenty of compelling reasons to maintain their sense of wariness... 

Real Estate Ownership and the Gay Marriage Issue Buying a home as a gay couple can be a really rewarding experience and a savvy investment strategy. But those buying through a LGBT partnership should be aware of the unique legal implications of that kind of transaction. Until the laws are changed to ensure equal rights the concept of owning a house as a LGBT couple is different from home ownership... 

Financial Overhaul Impacts LGBT Real Estate Market Congress recently passed the most comprehensive piece of financial regulation legislation since the Great Depression, The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. LGBT buyers and sellers will likely begin to feel the widespread influence of these new laws soon. That’s because many of the provisions within the gigantic package of... 

Four 2010 House Pricing Tips for LGBT Sellers Many LGBT homeowners waited until this summer to sell their homes, hoping that improvement in the real estate market will translate into a higher selling price. But slight differences in pricing can sometimes make all the difference between a satisfying house sale and a listing that merely languishes on the market without any nibbles from buyers. Follow... 

National Association of Realtors Votes to End LGBT Discrimination A May 2010 amendment of the ethical policy of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) represents a gigantic progressive landmark for the LGBT community in the United States. The monumental change was officially announced with these words: “We are proud to announce the NAR Professional Standards Committee has unanimously voted...