Did you know you can buy a home, live in it for just two years, and then sell it for a tax-free profit? It’s one of the best-kept secrets for building wealth through real estate! Thanks to the IRS’s home sale tax exclusion, if you meet the requirements, you can pocket up to $250,000 in…

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A loan pre-approval gives homebuyers a major edge over pre-qualification. While pre-qualification is a helpful estimate, pre-approval goes a step further—it means a lender has already reviewed your financial details. It signals to sellers that you’re not only serious but have the financial ability to buy their home. Plus, in a competitive market, having pre-approval…

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Dreaming of homeownership but struggling with the down payment? In this video I’ll talk about how you may be able to use up to $76,000 in gift money, which could be your ticket to unlocking the door to your new home! Ready to make your homeownership dreams come true? Gift money could be the helping…

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For financial planners or retirees seeking greater financial flexibility, a reverse mortgage could be the solution. It can improve cash flow, preserve assets, and offer tax efficiency—key factors in building a strong retirement plan. What is a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM)? A HECM is a federally insured reverse mortgage for homeowners 62 or older,…

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Why the Right Home Buying Questions Matter Buying a home is a huge financial step, but many buyers start with the wrong question: What are interest rates right now? While rates are important, they shouldn’t be the first thing on your mind when considering homeownership. In this conversation, Dustin Droen, your trusted realtor with Guide…

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Expectations. The Kansas City Chiefs were the odds-on favorite to make history Sunday night against the Philadelphia Eagles by becoming the first team ever to win three consecutive Super Bowls. And then they didn’t. Whether rooting for the Chiefs or for the Eagles, almost everyone I talked with leading up to the Super Bowl had…

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To say things in Washington D.C. are being shaken up these days would be an understatement. Every time you turn on the news there’s something new happening, and the department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is no different. Facing rising home prices and tighter budgets, many Americans are struggling to afford homeownership. Alleviating the…

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