Roasting chestnuts over an open fire is a delightful holiday season tradition, but unless your flue has been inspected and cleaned, it’s not a very good idea. After all, a far less popular holiday pastime is running out into a winter night in your pajamas because your flue caught on fire. Flue fires account for… Read more »
10 Landlord Responsibilities You May Have Overlooked
December 15, 2020 Property Management 0 Comments
If you own real estate and decide to lease it out to someone else, then congratulations, you are now a landlord in the eyes of the law. Whether you lease out a single family home or apartments in a multiplex building, there are many landlord responsibilities that come with the territory. Some duties seem clear,… Read more »
Pantry Organization for Preppers
November 23, 2020 Informative 0 Comments
With more people staying at home and avoiding crowds, a lot of homeowners are turning to home prepping as a way to cut back on trips to the store and avoid shortages. Unfortunately, many people find themselves overwhelmed. Sometimes it’s hard to know exactly what to stock up on. And once the pantry is fully… Read more »
11 Reasons Why Your Home Isn’t Selling
November 16, 2020 Real Estate 0 Comments
When you first put your house on the market, you might be hopeful for a quick sale—especially if you’ve put a lot of money into improving the house over the years and if the neighborhood is one that has historically attracted a lot of buyers. While you shouldn’t panic if the house doesn’t sell the… Read more »
Most Loved Home Features State-by-State
November 9, 2020 Real Estate 0 Comments
Which feature made you fall in love with your current home? Was it the view? The in-ground pool? Or was it the in-law apartment that sealed the deal? According to a new analysis by realtor.com®, the most loved home features vary from state to state. Realtor.com analyzed their keyword home search data to determine what… Read more »
Salary Drop? – A Mortgage is Still Available
November 2, 2020 Informative 0 Comments
In uncertain times, it can be easy to sit back and worry your time away hoping things will work out eventually. Although worrying will absolutely give you something to do, it won’t get you anywhere. So if you’ve been wanting to buy a home or refinance this year, don’t discount the possibility just because your… Read more »
5 High-Value Projects You Can Tackle This Weekend
October 26, 2020 Property Management 0 Comments
“There’s no place like home,” as the old saying goes. That’s especially true when it comes to an investment. You live in and love your home, but there might come a time when you have to leave it. And when that time comes, you’ll want to get as much money as you can for your… Read more »
How Does Rent to Own Housing Work?
October 21, 2020 Informative, Property Management 0 Comments
Buying a home is a big deal, especially for those who have had credit problems in the past. The most common way to buy a home is with a mortgage loan, which requires both a credit score that the lender finds acceptable and enough cash on hand for a down payment (and usually some other… Read more »
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[Top 10] Expensive Homeowner Mistakes
October 12, 2020 Property Management 0 Comments
Top 10 Most Expensive Mistakes You’re Making on Your Home Homes cost a lot of money to maintain. But are you spending extra money unnecessarily on upkeep? Here are the 10 most expensive mistakes you could be making in your home. 1. Using Traditional Light Bulbs If you still have incandescent light bulbs in your… Read more »
Title Insurance: What It Is, Why You Need It
October 5, 2020 Informative 0 Comments
Buying a home is fraught with all kinds of peril, from home inspections that go terribly awry to negotiations that seem to go on forever and hinge on every little detail. But once you’re through all of that, you’re basically in the clear, right? For some buyers and sellers, maybe not, but title insurance can… Read more »