How nearby schools impact your home’s value
It’s no mystery that, at any given time, the current economy impacts home values, but that’s not the only predictor of a home’s worth. Foreclosures…
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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…
Dreaming of a gourmet kitchen?
Ask any architect to define a gourmet kitchen and you’ll likely get a definition that goes somewhat like this:A gourmet kitchen is “… a state-of-the-art…
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…