The Moeller Team Blog

With many older neighborhoods experiencing revitalization, an older home might be a smart investment. So, whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to flip a house for cash, an older home in an established neighborhood might be perfect for you. Here are some things to think about when comparin...

Avoiding an Audit Ellen Stark, with Money Magazine, posted some insightful wisdom regarding audits. Here, she briefly explains the importance of your risk of getting audited. We have included the article and a small comment. “The clock is ticking toward the tax filing deadline on April 15th.  We...

When it comes to real estate loans, you'll find that there are many options. Figuring out which loan or loans are best for your new property purchase can be confusing, but we can help. Here are some types of loans you might investigate. Mortgages: Conforming Loan: When a loan conforms to the guid...

Keeping it Local: The Bierstube German Pub In this week's series of Keeping It Local, we feature The Bierstube German Pub. This is a great place to enjoy authentic German cuisine. Location: The Phoenix Club1340 S. Sanderson AvenueAnaheim, California 92806 About the Bierstube: “Gemütlichkeit” tra...

Tax Breaks for Homeowners Homeowners can acquire several tax breaks but most are clueless about such benefits. Two important tax breaks ‘homeowners can use are on mortgage interest and selling your home. Claiming Mortgage Interest Claiming mortgage interest is one of the most common deductions a...

Closing costs include all of the fees and costs associated with completing the sale or purchase of a home using a mortgage, that are in addition to the actual cost of the property itself. These costs are due at the "close" of the deal, with the disbursal of loan monies, transfer of deed and compl...

3 Reasons the Housing Market Should Thrive in 2014   Recently, HousingWire asked David Berson, chief economist at Nationwide, for his opinion on the near-term future of housing. Below are what Mr. Berson believes to be the three things you need to know about housing in 2014. We have included a q...

In this week's series of Keeping It Local, we feature Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. This is a great family fun night that allows you to escape the norm and experience a fun filled night. Location: 7662 Beach BlvdBuena Park, California 90620 About the Show: Surrender to an age of bravery ...

Over the last six years, homeownership has lost some of its allure as a financial investment. As homeowners suffered through the housing bust, more and more began to question whether owning a home was truly a good way to build wealth. A study by the Federal Reserve formally answered this questio...

  Many sellers are still hesitant about putting their house up for sale. Where are prices headed? Where are interest rates headed? These are all valid questions. However, there are several reasons to sell your home sooner rather than later. Here are three of those reasons. 1. DEMAND IS ABOUT TO S...