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Buying Your First Home? REALTORS® Are Your Professional Guides. Make Sure You Choose Top Experts.

You might be a bit afraid or intimidated by the whole process of buying your first home. As top Rochester, Pittsford and Brighton real estate experts, it's our job to guide you, from beginning to end.

We will take the time to go through each and every step of the buying process. There are no dumb questions!

Together, we will consider:

- How much can you really afford?

- How to qualify for a mortgage.

- How much cash you should put down.

- How to buy a home with little or nothing down.

- What it takes to get approved for financing. What banks and other financial institutions are looking for.

- How much your payments will be.

- The tax advantages of buying.

- Is renting or buying better for you?

Tell us a bit about your situation below. We'll get right back to you. There is absolutely no charge, and we offer this to you with no strings attached.

New to the home buying process? Tell us your concerns. Ask us questions. It's our job to help! There's no obligation, and we promise to get back to you quickly...

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Animal House >House Odors

What is "H.O."? You can probably guess--it means "home odors".

Be careful of odors in your home. If your family room smells stuffy and stale, or if your cat or dog has left a distinctive odor in the hallway, take action by eliminating the source of the odor rather than merely treating the effects. Smells have a powerful effect on the way people react to a house, and no amount of room freshener or vanilla on the light bulbs can mask a serious odor problem. In fact, such remedies may draw attention to the problem. We have seen homes with an odor problem languish unsold on the market for months or sell for significantly less than comparable homes in the neighborhood.

If you think that you may have a problem, talk candidly with your real estate agent. Your agent should be able to offer some constructive suggestions, and perhaps refer you to a professional who can help banish H.O. from your home!

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Q	What is the maximum interest you can deduct on your federal tax return to purchase or improve a first or second home?
A	One of the greatest benefits of home ownership is the federal tax deduction for interest up to, but not exceeding, $1million.
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The Jeff Scofield Team, REALTOR®, real estate agent and broker for Rochester, Pittsford and Brighton, New York home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT

The Jeff Scofield Team
RE/MAX PLUS
2171 Monroe Avenue
Rochester, Pittsford and Brighton, NY 14618
585-721-3010
585-730-9110
Email: thejeffscofieldteam@gmail.com
As one of America's NUMBER1EXPERTSï¿½ in the Rochester area, Jeff has a passion to ensure that his buyers get the best home at the best price. His utilization of master negotiating skills, extensive knowledge of the local housing market, and attention to detail have successfully served hundreds of buyers. Jeff utilizes his MBA in marketing to successfully market the homes of his sellers. His marketing system provides an unequaled amount of advertising and exposure for his clients' homes along with sound advice on presentation and price. Call or e-mail him today!!!