You may have stayed at a bed-and-breakfast so charming that you’re thinking you might like to own and run one yourself. Whether you would be converting your own home or buying another, there are important...
You may have stayed at a bed-and-breakfast so charming that you’re thinking you might like to own and run one yourself. Whether you would be converting your own home or buying another, there are important...
When figuring how much house they can afford, homebuyers with little or no experience may focus solely on the principal and interest portion of their monthly payment. But house payments also include the cost of...
One of the documents central to the purchase of real estate is the deed, the legal instrument by which title or ownership is transferred. You don’t necessarily need to know all the legal fine points,...
Shipping containers revolutionized the transportation of goods around the world, making commercial transport more efficient and cost-effective. Now shipping containers are being converted into homes, which has launched a smaller revolution in housing. Efficiency in...
Online real estate marketplaces are amazing tools for sellers and buyers alike. But if you’re a buyer, should you make a purchase decision solely based on website photos? Here’s why using old-fashioned shoe leather is...
Properly maintaining your new refrigerator is one way to help keep your family healthy and extend the life of your unit, saving you big money. Keep reading for these essential tips on how to keep...
Each day another 10,000 baby boomers enter retirement and face choices about where to spend their golden years. There’s a lot to think about when it comes to choosing where to retire. Let’s take a...
Having a home inspection is an integral part of buying a house. But a basic inspection can tell you only so much. When should you bring in specialists for closer scrutiny of a home’s different...
Moving to a new house creates a long “to do” list and no small amount of stress. If the house is in a new community, it’s just as important to get acquainted with the area...
Most people today are trying to eliminate paper clutter from their lives. So is it really necessary to keep instruction manuals for your new home’s appliances and other products? Let’s read up on cutting down...