HIDDEN HOMEOWNER COSTS
Factor these hidden costs into your budget when you’re planning to buy a home. Budgeting for buying a home can be difficult enough when...
THREE WAYS TO EASE YOUR FEARS ABOUT MAKING A MOVE
With low inventory in many markets throughout the country, many homeowners are afraid to sell their homes because they’re concerned that...
WHICH FEATURES ARE YOUNG BUYERS LOOKING FOR IN A HOME?
Millennials are the second-largest segment of home buyers, ranking behind only baby boomers, according to the National Association of...
AVOID THESE PHRASES WHEN YOU’RE BUYING A HOME!
Sometimes you need to keep a poker face when you’re buying a home. It’s not in your best interest to be totally candid with the seller...
REFINANCING: THE RIGHT MOVE?
If you have an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage, consider these factors about refinancing. The federal reserve recently raised interest rates,...
MAKE YOUR BATHROOM EASIER TO CLEAN
Bathrooms can be the most difficult places in our homes to keep clean. However, with a few clever changes and upgrades, it can be much...
THE BEST SMART HOME FEATURES
Home technology has greatly improved over the last few years, improving functionality and energy efficiency. But some smart home features...
THE BEST THINGS ABOUT HOME OWNERSHIP
If you own a home, there was certainly a lot that went into your decision to buy rather than continue to rent. Now you’re enjoying all...
HOW TO VET AN OFFER
Many sellers may be tempted to select the highest offer they receive, but there are several other factors to consider. Here are five...
REAL ESTATE 101: WHAT IS THE MLS?
The acronym "M.L.S." is an everyday term in the real estate industry. So what exactly is the MLS? On a basic level, the MLS is database...
PICK THE BEST LISTING AGENT FOR YOU
Selling your home can be an exciting, but stressful time. Luckily you are not alone in this process. Finding the right listing agent is...
CREATE YOUR DREAM MAN CAVE
Sometimes, the man or men of the house just need a little space to do their thing. That’s why, if your home layout allows, a man cave is...
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOME WARRANTY & HOME INSURANCE
When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to...
HOW TO SAVE WATER (AND MONEY!) AT HOME
As a homeowner, if you don’t maintain good water-saving habits, you could be sending more money than necessary straight down the drain...
MAXIMIZING YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE
You’ve found the perfect home and it has everything you’ve ever dreamed of. Spacious, modern kitchen. Gloriously open floor plan. Giant...
HOW TO BUILD A CHARCUTERIE BOARD FROM SCRATCH
You’ve moved into your new home with the high-tech kitchen and spacious dining and living area of your dreams. Now that you’ve unpacked...
FIVE FALL MAINTENANCE TIPS
These simple maintenance tasks can save you from expensive repairs and big headaches over the next few months. 1. Take care of hoses and...
A GREAT LAWN STARTS NOW
Fall may have just began, but winter will be here before you know it. The best way to have a great lawn come spring is to get started...
FIVE TIPS FOR IMPROVING YOUR CREDIT
Monitoring your credit report and credit rating is important, especially if you’re considering purchasing a home. Here are five tips for...