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Pros, cons of buying home in today's market
When the housing market slows down, buyers often wait on the sidelines for a clear sign that the market has recovered. The only problem with this strategy is that you can only know for sure that a market has turned through hindsight. In other words, you can't time the market.
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How to divvy up mortgage-interest tax deduction
DEAR BENNY: I purchased a townhome in January 2005 with a very low, interest-only loan, and have been paying approximately 20 percent extra towards the principal each month. My fiancée moved in about 15 months ago and has been paying $600 a month. The monthly interest-only payment is $1,600. Recently we decided to double the monthly payment in addition to paying an extra $10,000 towards the principle to lower the interest portion of the monthly payment. My fiancée has asked about taking advantage of the interest deduction on her tax returns. What is the best way (if any) for us to divide fairly the interest towards our yearly tax returns? I am thinking about giving her a quitclaim deed with her name on it in addition to mine. Is that a viable option? –Chuck
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Cut mortgage payment in half upon retirement
"I am 58 and just purchased the home in which my wife and I plan to spend the rest of our lives. We paid points to reduce the rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage to 4.75 percent.
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Get started on the house hunt
Mortgage interest rates dropped recently and home prices have moderated in many areas, making it a good time to buy. If you've never bought a home before or if you currently own a home but have never bought and sold at the same time, the process can seem intimidating.
You can ease your anxiety by formulating a game plan and by assembling the best team of professionals you can find, including a mortgage person; a real estate agent or two if you're buying and selling in different locations; inspectors; an insurance agent; a closing agent or escrow officer; and an attorney, depending on where you're buying.
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