Vacant house not selling? Let’s work together and stop the pain.
May 6th, 2011Tired of paying all the utilities, mortgages, insurance, taxes for a house that sits empty?
Do you owe more than your home is worth in todays market compaired to other homes in the area? let us help you build equity so you can sell it down the road.
Working with a Realtor already? NO PROBLEM have them call us directly. We work with many area Realtors and can temporally manage your property until a time comes when you have the equity built up to sell or the prices in your area start to rise. Then you Agent will step back in and work with us to sell your property.
We are a full service real estate company that specializes in Property Management. We take the pain out of being a landlord. No Calls at 3am. no more taking time out of your day to show your house, or do maintenance. We work with many contractors to get your properties fixed quickly at competitive rates with quality workmanship. In most cases we can rent the house for more than your mortgage payment and cover all expenses associated with management and maintenance. You also can get tax benefits with right offs and deductions for many expenses (see your tax preparer or accountant for your specific situation)
Is your Vacant house or apt WINTERIZED?
November 29th, 2010Winterizing the plumbing in a home
These are tips I have heard and compiled a list. Note if the property can be kept warm do so. This is just in case the heat goes out and home freezes. A cost you don’t want to deal with. Also note many homes will start cracking and paneling will bow if the temp goes below 55 Degrees. Moisture can also be a problem
(our recommended range is between 55-60 degrees)
Tools you may need
1. Monkey Wrench
2. Crescent Wrench
3. Channel Locks
4. Wire Cutters
5. Painters Tape
6. Hammer
7. Screw Driver (Flat & Phillip Head)
8. Sharpie
9. 20 Foot Garden Hose
10. 4-5 Gallons of non-toxic RV Antifreeze Fluid (Pink stuff)
11. Small Plastic Cup
12. One Gallon Bucket
13. Rubber Gloves
14. Optional (Wet/Dry Shop Vac) If power I on) or air compressor
Steps to Winterize
1. Shut of water before meter. (City Water) prefer to be off at street.
2. Shut off power to Pump (Well)
3. Turn on All Faucets in house. (lets water Drain)
4. Disconnect water meter (well) so water can drain out.
5. Turn off Hot water Tank & Drain (using Garden Hose to Floor Drain)
6. Flush all Toilets (hold handle down until tank is empty)
7. Use cup to remove as much water from toilet bowl (gloves are used here)
8. Pour one Gallon of fluid in tank of toilet. Then flush toilet (this will run it through the system)
9. Go to all the sinks, showers and tubs and use ½ gallon each per drain. (kitchen sinks have only one Trap so one side is usually good)
10. Don’t forget the laundry room.
11. Pour one gallon into floor drains in basement.
This service can be done by many contractors/plumbers. Expect the prices to vary from $50-$500 Depending on the home and what all needs done. (If the house is vacant and someone is not checking on it daily this should be performed. You never know when the furnace/heat could stop working.
WE DO NOT GUARANTEE ANYTHING HERE. FOR YOUR INFORMATION ONLY!!!
Property Management Services
August 9th, 2010Property management is not just for investors.
We assist many homeowners who recently moved or acquired another home and are unable to sell of a price acceptable to them. We step in to lease the property and help build your equity so you can sell at a later date or turn it into a monthly income.
Even if you are working with a Realtor have them give us a call. We can put a package together with them and give your property double the availability.
We work with many other Real Estate Companies. Since not all Offices offer property management we can work with them to extend there services.
We manage a wide range of properties from Single Family homes to 2,3,4 unit buildings as well as Condo’s and Small Commercial. We are also expanding into Apartment Complexes.
Call us today for more information.
Joseph Pekar ext 100
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First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit ending Soon!!!
March 10th, 2010TAX CREDIT OVERVIEW
Who Gets What?
First-Time Homebuyers (FTHBs): First-time homebuyers (that is, people who have not owned a home within the last three years) may be eligible for the tax credit. The credit for FTHBs is 10% of the purchase price of the home, with a maximum available credit of $8,000. Single taxpayers and married couples filing a joint return may qualify for the full tax credit amount.
Current Owners: The tax credit program now gives those who already own a residence some additional reasons to move to a new home. This incentive comes in the form of a tax credit of up to $6,500 for qualified purchasers who have owned and occupied a primary residence for a period of five consecutive years during the last eight years. Single taxpayers and married couples filing a joint return may qualify for the full tax credit amount.
What are the New Deadlines?
In order to qualify for the credit, all contracts need to be in effect no later than April 30, 2010 and close no later than June 30, 2010.
What are the Income Caps?
The amount of income someone can earn and qualify for the full amount of the credit has been increased. Single tax filers who earn up to $125,000 are eligible for the total credit amount. Those who earn more than this cap can receive a partial credit. However, single filers who earn $145,000 and above are ineligible. Joint filers who earn up to $225,000 are eligible for the total credit amount. Those who earn more than this cap can receive a partial credit. However, joint filers who earn $245,000 and above are ineligible. Read the rest of this entry »
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