The tax advantages of buying and owning a home are well known, but what happens when you sell? Read on to learn about the tax benefit you may accrue when you sell your house. Rules...
The tax advantages of buying and owning a home are well known, but what happens when you sell? Read on to learn about the tax benefit you may accrue when you sell your house. Rules...
That winter chill is retreating, and the prospect of warm Spring weather is no longer a distant dream. Get your house and yard ready with these 10 maintenance musts. 1. Schedule a Spring air conditioning...
Closing on a new home may feel like reaching the finish line. But before you kick back and relax, take these important steps to settle into your new place. Matters to take care of before...
Putting out a “For Sale By Owner” sign is tempting. You certainly cannot be blamed for wondering if you could do it all yourself. It’s not impossible, but it may be a bigger job than...
It’s April, which means it’s a great time for spring cleaning, gardening, home repairs, and let’s not forget, pressing the button on those last-minute tax documents that could yield a refund large enough to make...
Did you know plants can help eliminate allergens and toxins in your home? Here’s how to put your greenery to work purifying the air. Why do I need to purify my home’s air? Toxins, volatile...
If you’re in the market for a home, particularly your first one, it’s advisable to meet with a mortgage lender at the beginning of the process. Having a mortgage pre approval letter from a lender...
When decluttering your home for sale, remember that ancient desktop computer has got to go. But where? With new and changing restrictions on electronics recycling and disposal, here are a few ideas about how to...
Most people dislike confrontation, but sometimes when a product or service goes wrong, you need to let the provider know. Successful complaining through customer reviews is an art. You want to get your problem resolved,...
When your budget allows for a large home or a spacious yard but not both, how do you choose? Here’s what you should consider in deciding on lot size versus house size. As always, location...
You’re happily settled in your first home but have come to realize how much you don’t know. Let’s answer some of the most frequently asked questions from first-time homeowners. Q: Which home improvements add the...
These days about 90 percent of home shoppers first view prospective houses online. Your agent may still do her own search and make recommendations, but gone are the days when agents had an almost exclusive...
