Ms. San Francisco Real Estate (Janice Lee)

Renovations and remodeling can play a critical role in both increasing the value of a home and ensuring that it stands out to potential buyers. Before breaking out the tool belt, check out free online tools that can help chart your home remodeling efforts. I'm also happy to speak with you about specific home improvements that typically appeal most to buyers in this area. For a quick reference guide, below are eight affordable home improvements that can potentially increase the overall value of a home, without breaking the budget: Reface Kitchen Cabinets. While kitchen updates are among the smartest remodeling projects when it comes to "upping" the resale value of a home, you don't need to engage in a full-scale remodel to improve the room's appeal. Refacing existing cabinets, applying a fresh coat of paint or replacing tarnished pulls and knobs with new hardware might be just the quick fix a kitchen needs to make it look and feel like new. Break Out the P

If you dream of one-day owning your own home, you’ll most likely need to finance its purchase. Mortgage lenders will want to review your credit history to evaluate whether or not you’re a worthy borrower. So how do you get started establishing a credit history? Here are four ideas for you to get you started: Open a bank account Open a bank account and use it responsibly. This is the first step in establishing a financial history.

If you're thinking about buying a new home there are many things to consider, including the tax benefits of owning a home. Sure, filing taxes may become a little more complicated, but you may be able to deduct home-related expenses and the savings on can add up to thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars. Because the tax rules for homeowners can be tricky, I recommend you consult with a tax professional before deciding what you can and cannot deduct. But in general, you can figure on a number of significant tax breaks associated with homeownership, including:

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1) Needs & Wants We will work together to establish and define your needs and wants, including neighborhood, school district, amenities, and more. 2) Pre-Qualify Once your qualifications are determined, we will need to gather your financial information and get a lender pre-approval letter ready.