As the holiday season draws near, most people’s thoughts center on parties and good food. Not many think of buying or selling their home. But there are some advantages to doing so. Of course, there are disadvantages as well. Here is what you need to know if...
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5 essential tips for first-time real estate investors
Real estate is a lucrative and unpredictable investment. It can be risky if you don't know what you are doing. Before committing yourself to any real estate investment, familiarize yourself with the market and how it works. If you are just beginning your journey as an...
Stage your home for potential buyers
When you're selling a home, appearance is key. Prospective buyers want to know that the home has been well maintained and that they are making a good investment. So if you're looking to sell your home for top dollar, what can you do to help the process? One thing you...
Make Your Home Improvement worth the Money
Homes are an investment and in order to get the most out of that investment is to consider home improvements. Improving the aesthetics of your home is the best way to increase your home’s overall value. But, which home improvement projects will actually be worth the...
Are Homeowner’s Associations Right for You?
A homeowner's association (HOA) is an organization within a residential subdivision. Each homeowner follows a set of guidelines, such as paying assessments for having and maintaining common properties and what can and cannot be placed on the homeowners own property....
Renting: The New American Dream?
While owning a home may be the ultimate lifelong goal for many people, homeownership is not for everyone. Although current home loan rates are fairly low, home prices themselves are skyrocketing so, for many people, renting may make more financial sense than...