Proposed capital gains tax increase could lead to a rush of luxury sales
Amid Biden's proposal to raise the long-term capital gains tax to 39.6%, luxury agents are reporting a slew of panicked questions from 'extremely motivated' sellers
Here are the hidden costs of homeselling you should disclose to clients
There are a lot of hidden costs that go into closing — and many sellers aren't aware of them. That's why it's your job as the listing agent to educate them on what's to come and keep the process running smoothly
by Luke Babich Oct 17
Paul Ryan at U.S. Capitol
NAR lobbying wins important concessions from most significant rewrite of tax code in a generation
Why is housing inventory so low?
Parsing the reasons why fewer houses are on the market
by Chris Trapani Apr 2
Real estate deductions on the chopping block?
Lawmakers weigh tax reforms that are more far-reaching than expected
by Ken Harney Sep 24
Per-diem interest critical when calculating final payment
by Benny Kass Feb 12
Commentary: Investors wary that lame-duck Congress set to play chicken with 'fiscal cliff'
by Ken Harney Nov 6
Homeowner unsure why he must continue payments following bank's repossession
by Benny Kass Nov 6
7 reasons to pay off loan as soon as possible
by Benny Kass Oct 16
Despite lifestyle benefits, hidden costs exist
by Benny Kass Sep 18
Homeowners with substantial equity and income may want to sell this year
by Stephen Fishman Aug 10
If lender can't provide copy of appraisal, demand a refund
by Benny Kass Jun 26
2 workarounds offer hope
by Benny Kass Jun 19