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Posted on 02/11/2019

It sounded like such a good idea, right? Update the kitchen, do some painting, some new fixtures, maybe some landscaping and then you can sell your home for top dollar or create the home of your dreams. As the days turn into weeks, then months and your bank account slowly drains down, that perfect home starts to seem...

Home Remodel

Renovations

Posted on 02/04/2019

Host a Yard Sale Before You Buy a House

If you plan to buy a house, you may want to host a yard sale sooner rather than later. That way, you can sell items you no longer need and won't have to worry about moving these items once you find a new residence. Ultimately, there are many reasons why it may be beneficial to host a yard sale...

Yard Sale

Buying A Home

Posted on 01/28/2019

6 Fun Family Activities

Family bonding moments are precious and something you should take for granted. They are essential to developing lasting memories with your children before they move into those stubborn teenage years. Getting kids to take part in activities can sometimes overwhelm, but it's much easier when it suits their interests. Here are a few fun projects to do with...

Games

Family Fun

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Posted on 01/21/2019

Is Pre-Approval Necessary?

If you’re ready to buy a home, you probably have done a lot of research. One thing is sure: You know you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. It’s perhaps the most critical step in the process of buying a home for a variety of reasons. There’s down payments and debt-to-income ratios, and other financial issues to worry...

Mortgage

Buying A Home

Posted on 01/14/2019

Residential Crime Prevention Begins With Awareness

While there's a lot to be said for the value of high-tech home security systems, there are many basic, inexpensive things you can do to safeguard your home from intruders. Keeping your home secure begins with awareness, good communication, and positive habits. Where does good communication come into play? One example is the need to have a trusted neighbor...

Keep Your Home Secure

Avoiding Burglary

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Posted on 01/07/2019

Expedite the House Selling Journey

The home selling journey may prove to be long and arduous, particularly for those who fail to plan ahead. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to expedite the house selling cycle and quickly achieve your desired results. Let's take a look at three tips to help you accelerate the home selling journey. 1. Understand Your Target Audience...

Tips On Selling

Selling Your Home

Posted on 12/31/2018

Get Rid of Dark Spaces

Moving into a new home is an exciting time. There is so much to do with packing up the old place, closing on the purchase, and moving in that you probably haven’t spent much time wondering what your new home is like early in the morning, or late in the afternoon. After visiting your new home just a...

Home Improvements

Yard Improvements

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Posted on 12/24/2018

What You Need To Know About Buying A House When Single

Buying a home as a single individual comes with its own set of unique experiences and challenges. Some are to be expected, like financing with a single income. While others not so much, like a more competitive market. You know that financing will be based on your sole income. However, the vast majority of homeowners are couples who have...

Buying A Home

House Shopping

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Posted on 12/17/2018

Reasons to Schedule a Home Showing

A home showing may prove to be exceedingly valuable, regardless of whether you're actively searching for a residence or preparing to enter the real estate market. In fact, there are many reasons to schedule a home showing, and these include: 1. You think a home may be right for you. If you review a home listing and feel a...

Showing

Buying A Home

Posted on 12/10/2018

New Home, New Budget: Here's What You Need To Know

Buying a home is a big change. New surroundings, new town and sometimes even a new state. And these things take time to get used to. But there’s one thing you want to adjust to as quickly as possible - your new budget. You already know that with a move comes lots of expenses and fees. However, there are...

New Home

Budget

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Posted on 12/03/2018

Is Your Home Worth Less Than You Originally Paid for It?

Let's face it – determining how to price a home is rarely simple for a seller. In some instances, your home may be worth less than you originally paid for it. Ultimately, if you failed to maintain your house over the years, various home problems may crop up when you decide to list your residence. If these issues go...

Tips On Selling

Home Value

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Posted on 11/26/2018

Tips for Buyers: Score a Great Deal on a Home

Believe it or not, you don't need to be a homebuying expert to score a great deal on your dream residence. In fact, there are many things you can do to find and acquire a house that won't force you to break your budget, and these include: 1. Shop Around When it comes to conducting a home search, it...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

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