The Basics of a 1031 Exchange
Here, we discuss a Section 1031 Exchange used for investment or business purposes (note: this is not applicable if used as a primary... Read More
Extension of Mortgage Debt Relief Act 2014
Great news! Congress has (finally) passed a package of tax extensions approved by the U.S. House and Senate — currently headed to... Read More
How to Challenge a King County Property Tax Assessment
Annual Valuation Notices The Assessor revalues all property in King County each year and sends out revaluation cards in April, finishing sometime... Read More
Short Sales and Your Credit
Effects of short sales: 200-300 point reduction on your FICO score, depending on the borrower. Inability to obtain a mortgage for at... Read More
Lowering Your Mortgage Payments
If you are like many people right now and behind on your mortgage payments, you can lower your mortgage payments in a... Read More
Economic Considerations of Foreclosure
Foreclosing on your home requires serious consideration for any homeowner. Besides the emotional strain, homeowners must also look at the economic considerations... Read More
Washington Deficiency Judgments Post-Foreclosure
One of the major components of deciding whether to stay in your home or simply walk away is whether you will owe... Read More
Washington Foreclosure Timeline and Process
Over the course of this blog, I will provide detailed information on the foreclosure process in Washington. Detailed information on the foreclosure... Read More
Protest Your King County Property Tax Assessment
General Facts about King County Property Tax Assessments: King County property owners who believe the assessed value of their property exceeds its... Read More