photo: A.M. Kuchling Buying or selling a home can be stressful. Unless you have the time and expertise to promote your property yourself or look for a new one, you will probably turn to a real estate broker for help. That extra expense could be well worth it: A good realtor can make all the difference on how profitable your business transaction turns out or how happy you are with the purchase of your new home. Here are three factors to consider when selecting a realtor: Listing Agents Vs Buying Agents To start with, you should know the difference between a listing agent (selling agent) and a ...

 photo: sean_dreilinger Tax breaks are among the incentives that lure renters into buying their first home. Though the $8,000 homebuyer tax credit expired on April 30, 2010, homebuyers can still take advantage of other tax incentives. (Unless you signed a binding contact to purchase a home before April 30, in which case you have until June 30, 2010 to complete that puchase.) Here are several options to consider. Deducting Mortgage Interest, Points and Property Taxes The trifecta of tax deductions for homeowners includes mortgage interest, points, and property taxes. This information is ...