Buying a home before the wedding

Planning a wedding is one thing. Add a home purchase to that chaos and you have a recipe for a whole bunch of stress.If you’ve…

How much payment assistance can I get with a USDA direct home loan?

There are several government-backed mortgage programs to help very-low and low-income Americans. FHA, for instance, offers a low-down payment option for those who qualify.The Department…

Homebuyers: find out if a property is in a flood plain

A few weeks ago, monsoon rains flooded several Las Vegas casinos. Parts of the iconic Strip were turned into lagoons, according to the news. Then,…

Homeowners insurance basics every first-time homebuyer should understand

Imagine losing everything you own – every single possession in your home and maybe even the house too. Ask anyone who has lived through a…

Why Some Homes Sell Faster than Others

There’s not much in life that is more confounding than to have your home sit on the market while those around you sell like a…

4 tips to sell a condo in a changing market

We probably don’t need to tell you that the housing market is in flux. Current news headlines are screaming that the 6% slide in home…

Big ideas for a small bathroom “remodel” on a dime

Large-bathroom envy. It’s common among homeowners in small homes with cramped bathrooms and most feel that they are stuck with what they have.The truth is,…

The smart way to shop for a mortgage lender

There is a huge misconception among homebuyers that the best lender is the one who offers a product with the lowest interest rate. Here is…

How to get rid of fungus gnats in the home

According to the experts at Garden Media Group, the U.S. gained 18.3 million new gardeners during the pandemic.Not all of these green-thumbers are playing in…

Lure homebuyers with an amazing patio/backyard

One of the biggest discoveries that Americans made during the lockdown is the great outdoors, even if that means time spent in the backyard. Whether…