Susan King-Kohl - Realtor

08/31/2022

With the proper planning and advice, surviving spouses can avoid paying unnecessary taxes.

Surviving spouses have a two-year period following the death of their spouse in which they can sell their home and claim the higher exclusion for married couples.

08/29/2022

It is an interesting time where sales are slowing but lack of inventory is still causing prices to increase but at a slower rate than 2021.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/29/A-period-of-deflated-sales-activity

08/26/2022

If you have the resources for 20% down payment, the savings can be worth it.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/26/Private-Mortgage-Insurance

08/23/2022

If you are considering paying cash for a home and intend to get a loan later, consult your tax advisor.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/23/Pay-Cash-Loan-Later

08/22/2022

Using a mortgage creates leverage for the homeowner that also influences their rate of return as in other investments.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/22/Appreciation-Accrues-to-the-Homeowner

08/19/2022

As drivers, let's slow down and do what we can to not be distracted.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/19/Back-to-School-Biking-Safety

08/18/2022

Prices are going to continue to rise with experts latest estimates ranging from 9% to 16% for 2022.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/18/Whats-Causing-the-Housing-Shortage

08/17/2022

Connect with your real estate professional to find out the facts about the market because good information can make a difference in making a good decision.

With all that is going on in the world, a global pandemic, supply chain issues, highest inflation in 40 years, the economic effects of a war in Ukraine, it can be overwhelming to think about when the right time is to buy a home.

08/15/2022

A balanced market is considered to be six month's inventory which means when it is lower, it favors sellers and when it is higher, it favors buyers.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/15/Months-Supply-of-Existing-Home-Sales

08/12/2022

The advantage to these programs is putting the repairs into the mortgage without having to refinance after they are done and incur additional expenses.

Learn more at https://betterhomeowners.com/SusanKohl/2022/08/12/Have-you-considered-a-fixerupper