The subprime mortgage industry collapsed in 2008, which also coincided with the crippling US recession. The recession triggered massive financial and economic repercussions felt by millions of Americans. Unemployment rate in the country doubled from five to a jaw-dropping ten percent. As a result, the total wealth or assets of an estimated 65 percent [...]
We have had numerous discussions with entrepreneurs and salaried individuals who concluded that they have to diversify their profits and income into more than merely a savings account. In case you are one of those people – you have to pay close attention. Although being an owner of a rental property is not as glamorous [...]
When it comes to divorce, the two things that most people tend to worry about most are their kids and their money. Unfortunately, fretting about money does not keep these people from committing big money mistakes in divorce. Keep in mind that the courts in a majority of states will typically prioritize children’s interests. Courts [...]
When the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was enacted in 2017 many people are still wondering exactly what it all means to them personally. What does it mean for their small business? What does it mean for their home deductions. The below overview should be a good summary of what to expect, and what is [...]
If you have been investing in crypto assets the last few (ever since bitcoin reached 20,000) years, you might be wondering how you can purchase a home if you have realized any significant gains so you can expand your investment portfolio. It is quite simple, especially since the IRS now classifies crypto currency as [...]
It's no question that we are living in a fast paced world, that only seems to be getting more quicker and efficient with each passing day. With all of this technological progress, you want to make sure that you do not get caught up in the distraction and noise of everything around you. Billions [...]
The 2018 real estate market in Colorado looks very promising and poised to continue it's red hot run years into the future. Market correction has turned homes that were once upside down into equity appreciating assets that are now proving very valuable for homeowners in Colorado. The influx of people moving here has catapulted [...]
Most people think that when purchasing investment properties you need 20% down. While this is true for most conventional loans, with a slightly higher interest rate then owner occupied purchases, and FHA strategy might prove to be the most efficient in a very dynamic Denver market. Colorado no question has become one of the [...]
As a Colorado mortgage broker, the huge benefit is that across the multiple wholesale lenders we work with, each one has it's own unique selling proposition, and when it comes to locking a loan, this is vital, especially in a low rate economy, where breaking news can crash a market, and bottom out rates, [...]
With Denver clearly on the radar as one of the top real estate markets in the nation, sellers have the upper hand, as buyer's are lining up in droves to put their offers in. It is not uncommon, especially in Denver, to see listings get offers 10, 20, sometimes even $50,000 above the asking [...]
