I just brought my tomato starts inside for the night because of a frost warning. Spring in Portland has been rather moody. We have had a rapid rotation between heavier
Divorce Property Division
If you are in the process of getting a divorce, you’ll need to come to an agreement with your spouse on how to separate yourselves financially. You may be asking
How to Prepare Financially for Divorce
Divorce is of course stressful emotionally, but also financially. We know that it is a difficult time to be making decisions regarding your financial future. But the fact remains that
Monthly Economic Update
Crocuses are blooming in my yard, which have always given me joy. In Maryland they would poke their brave little buds up through the snow to promise that days would
Thoughts on Leaving NYC …
After nearly 25 years, 2 degrees from NYU, 13 apartments, 2 boroughs, 5 neighborhoods, 2 cats, 1 husband, three kids and one dog, we packed up and left my favorite
The Reality of Closing Costs in New York City
This year, I’ve helped more clients strategize around real estate than ever before. While some have decided to sell their homes, more have decided to take advantage of ultra-low mortgage
Is It Time to Refinance Your Mortgage? Six Points to Consider
As mortgage loan rates hover around historic lows, almost everyone seems to be asking themselves if they should refinance. And if you aren’t, you should be. Your home is usually one
So You Want to be a Landlord?
Ask around to any of your friends and someone is always talking about becoming a landlord. It’s also a topic that comes up with a lot of clients in our
Is it time to leave NYC?
When is the last time you asked yourself this question? If you often ask yourself this question, you aren’t the only one. In fact, according to the US Census, New
