Why Canada's Snowbirds are Under U.S. Scrutiny

by MSN Money

Canadians who normally head south of their border for warmer weather are keeping closer track of their time in the United States because if they stay too long, they could lose their Canadian health benefits and might owe U.S. income tax.

Just last year, the two countries implemented an agreement to scan passports and share the information, meaning that, unlike in past years, America's tax authorities now know exactly how long snowbirds are spending in warmer climes like Florida, California and Arizona.

And that has many worried Canadians monitoring their stay on American soil.

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FOR BUYERS: HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE HOME PURCHASE

Buying a home is a dream come true, so make sure you ask all the right questions to get exactly what you are looking for. I came across this article that highlights 5 important steps to making sure you become a happy homeowner. 

READ MORE...5 Tips for the First Time Homebuyer. 

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As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), my goal is to help you find and buy the home you’ve always wanted. Please let me know if you need any additional information on the home buying process. I look forward to working with you! 

FOR BUYERS: 5 TAX MISTAKES NEW HOMEOWNERS MAKE

You are now a happy homeowner! Now that you are a homeowner, there is some great tax information I wanted to share. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I am your real estate resource and guide whenever you need it. 

Do not hesitate to contact me with any and all questions about being a homeowner!


5 Tax Mistakes New Homeowners Make by Angela Colley. Copyright © 1995-2015. National Association of REALTORS® and Move, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

FOR BUYERS: How to Successfully Purchase a Home

FOR BUYERS: HOW TO SUCCESSFULLY PURCHASE A HOME

Going back and forth on whether to continue renting or making the decision to own? 

I came across an article that might help you start asking some of the specific questions related to renting vs. buying. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), helping you find and buy a home when you are ready is my main goal. 

I am always available if you have any questions. 

Three Excellent Reasons to Buy a Home So You Can Get out of the “Renting Rut”. Copyright © 2015. Cottingham Mortgage News Blog. All Rights Reserved.

FOR BUYERS: SHOPPING FOR HOMES ON THE INTERNET

When shopping for homes on the internet there are many things to consider. But before you start your next internet property search; be sure to take a look at this article that will give a few tips to keep an eye out for. As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), I am your local agent and ready to help you through every step of the buying process. Please let me know if you have any questions and when you would like to go look at houses!

5 Things You Should Know When Shopping for Homes on the Internet by Patti Sampson. Copyright © 2013. Realty Times®. All Rights Reserved.

FOR BUYERS: THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN SEARCHING FOR A HOME

It’s important to stick to a checklist when searching for homes. 

Find out why you should keep these five categories top of mind: 

Neighborhood, Property Value, Amenities, Other Location Considerations, and Taxes. 

As an Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR®), my goal is to make sure you a prepared and satisfied home buyer. 

I look forward to working with you! 

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5 Important Factors to Consider in Your Home Search. 

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What you need to know about title insurance | Advice for Consumers | Texas Association of REALTORS

What you need to know about title insurance | Advice for Consumers | Texas Association of REALTORS