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Archive for January, 2009

Moving And Taxes
Even with the changes in tax laws over recent years, you may be able to deduct some of the expenses of a move that is the result of a change in your job.
You will probably be able to deduct the costs of your move if your new work location means more than an [...]

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Tax Breaks
Most homeowners are keenly aware of the interest tax deduction on their home loan, but there are many other tax breaks which are often overlooked at income tax time.   Pro-rated property taxes and mortgage interest in the year of sale are deductible. You will find these amounts listed on your closing settlement statement. [...]

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Locate Your Lifestyle
If you are looking for a new home in Williamsburg or the Williamsburg area, it is important to communicate with your real estate agent about any special aspects of your lifestyle that will influence your choice. This information will help your agent to locate the perfect home for you.
Are you a gourmet cook [...]

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No-Cost and Low-Cost Tips to Save Energy This Winter
Williamsburg doesn’t have many very cold days.   Some years I do get to break out my snow shovel, but not every winter. Despite the milder weather, it just takes one really cold night to find those drafty areas.
Here’s a few things you can do to protect [...]

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2008 saw many changes and challenges in the Williamsburg real estate market.  Many agents have left the business, which has been  cathartic.   The industry became bloated with to many “licensed” but poorly trained agents who really didn’t take the business seriously.  While training, support and talent have allowed some brokerages to flourish (like EXIT [...]

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Responding to Low Offers
The beginning of negotiations is usually the end of many weeks or months of hard work for the buyer or seller. The work ahead requires skill in order to maintain a strong position.
Sellers can lose their advantage if they do not counter an offer that a buyer has made. Even if the [...]

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Real Estate Agents’ Questions : Williamsburg Real Estate Guide
Real estate agents should begin their professional relationship with client buyers by asking numerous questions about the buyer’s personal and financial situation. The answers to these questions will give the real estate agent a clear idea about the buyer’s housing needs and price range. It is a [...]

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