Unexpected windfall? Treat your home to an upgrade that will pay for itself
I think most of us have dreamt, a time or two, about receiving an unexpected windfall. That fantasy of winning the Mega Millions lotto, coming…
Author: Eric Ross
Your HOA Gobbledygook decoder
They carry quite the lofty title: “HOA Governing Documents.” When you buy a home in a managed community, whether it’s included in a condo community…
What you need to know about the 2020 housing market
It’s about the time of year when we see the increase in questions such as “How can I understand what the market is doing and…
Looking for a quick bathroom update for the new year?
If you have a few days off over the holidays, there’s a chance you’ve walked through your home considering all the different ways to improve…
The Pros and Cons of Paying off your Mortgage Early
If you can afford to pay extra on your mortgage every month, it seems to make sense to do so, right?Surprisingly, the experts are divided…
3 Essential tips for moving when it’s snowing
Moving in winter, when you live in an area that sees lots of snow, is messy. It also takes significantly longer than moving when the…
Cabin fever got you down? Transform your home, transform your mood
With the new year in full swing, and the holidays a fond memory, reality begins setting in. The gloomy, cold, icy weather – the constant…
Starter Homes vs. Forever Homes
It’s so easy to assume that the home you’re shopping for is the one you will live in for the rest of your life. As…
Pretty but deadly holiday plants
Bringing the outdoors in can help chase away winter’s “cabin fever.” The problem is that some plants don’t play well with kids and pets.Both cats…
Can I afford to buy a home?
It typically starts as a fleeting thought – in and out of your brain before you can really grasp it.But, as time goes on, as…