As one of the most storied neighborhoods in Washington, DC, Georgetown is often perceived by tourists as a majestic and prosperous area, home to legendary senators, congressmen, diplomats and hostesses. Within the Beltway, however, there is a longstanding perception that Georgetown has two sides: the East Village (east of Wisconsin Avenue NW) and the area […]

The management of accounts receivable is essential in the cash flow of any company, since it is the amount that is expected to be received from customers for the products or services provided (net realizable value). Accounts receivable are classified as current or non-current assets. These transactions are recorded on the balance sheet. Current accounts […]

I moved to this whole new city: a lower paying job, no friends to stay with, and absolutely no home. Honestly, I had no money to spend on a hotel, even if it meant a day (I mentioned the low-fund thing) and no time to waste looking for flats in the new city. The easiest […]

While it’s not always recommended, it’s definitely possible to sell your home on your own—in other words, without a real estate agent. If you are organized and follow the steps below, you can potentially save 2-3% on real estate agent commissions. At the average home price, that means savings between $3,000 and $4,500! Now keep […]

As an overweight kid, I experienced living in the shadows: the shadows of my “friends” picking sides on the playground for basketball games, and never picking me. The shadows behind the open doors of the gym lockers where the girls laughed and the boys made rude comments. The shadowy side of myself, never allowing my […]

Many homeowners have a question on their mind about how to prepare for a real estate appraisal on their property. The appraisal in many cases is the most important part of the buying and selling process that allows the transaction between the buyer, the seller, the real estate agent and the mortgage lender or bank […]

Wouldn’t you rather go to Tahiti? Are you an owner with a rental property that has appreciated significantly in value? Are you ready to cash in those winnings and take that trip to Tahiti? Before selling your property, check with your accountant that will tell you that it will pay $60,000 in principal Uncle Sam […]

The Federal Mortgage Fraud Task Force is looking for crooked mortgage brokers, dishonest real estate brokers, and cheating homebuyers and real estate investors. While most people play it straight and narrow, good deeds can be mistaken for bad. Stay out of the mortgage fraud spotlight using a few simple techniques! In today’s home buying climate, […]

The real estate market is very difficult. Without proper knowledge, you cannot enter it. A successful real estate business needs complete knowledge. The term real estate is used for immovable property than that of personal. Commonly used types of real estate are single-family homes and commercial properties. Single-family homes means land owned by the person […]

Anyone who has been through the negotiation process of buying or selling a home understands all of the big and fine points that are open to negotiation. Real estate agents, buyers, sellers, and listing owners will appreciate this handy worksheet. Even if you’re working with a real estate agent, it’s helpful to keep track of […]