5 Ways to Boost Your Credit Score
If you are planning to make a major purchase anytime, whether it is a house, car or something else, it is important that your credit score be as high as possible. Though you can still qualify for many loans with less than perfect credit, you will likely have a higher interest rate, which can cost […]
Eliminate Pet Odors in Your Home with These Steps
When you have pets living in your home, it is almost impossible to not smell them at some point. It’s also really easy to get used to the smell of your home and not notice. If you are trying to sell your home, it’s important to not offend buyers that come to look at your […]
Will a Flat Rate Listing Agent Save You Money?
When you are ready to sell your home, you want to sell it for as much money as possible and you also want that money to be yours. Paying commission to a real estate agent is a common expense when you sell your home but many sellers think it is unnecessary and will do everything they can to avoid the expense completely or get a reduced rate to save money.
Is an Open Floor Plan Right for You?
If you have been looking for a new home, you are likely to see many options with open floor plans. This option started to appear in the 1970s and really exploded in the 1990s and is still popular in many of today’s homes as well. While not all homes are open and many are only open in some parts of the home, it is a very popular feature that you are certain to encounter if you are shopping for a home. While you may think it is impossible to find a home that isn’t open, there are plenty of options today for homes in a variety of styles. Before you purchase an open floor plan, make sure that is the right style for you.
Moving Up to Your Next Home
Deciding to move to a new home is a big and important decision. It means listing your home, showing your home, selling your home, finding a new home, packing, moving and furnishing a new home. It may make you tired just thinking about it and it can be a long and stressful process. With the right agent to work with, the process of selling your home and buying another can be exciting and even fun.
Decreasing Energy Use During the Summer
The summer heat is definitely here and that likely means your electric bill will be at its peak for the next few cycles. Without resorting to candles and wood stoves to prepare your meals, there are some simple things you can do to decrease your energy use. These tips will allow you to save some money and conserve some of our natural resources as well.
Be Prepared for a Disaster
While hurricane season doesn’t often get super busy until later in the summer, hurricanes can pop up earlier too and storms are already stirring this year. In the wake of a disaster, the chaos that ensues can make it extremely stressful and next to impossible to assess needs and try to maintain household function and many items may be unavailable or destroyed. Putting together a disaster preparedness kit before-hand is essential, especially prior to seasons when severe weather is more common. It’s always better to be safe then sorry so a little time on your part can pay off greatly down the road.
Why Won’t my Home Sell?
Are you tired of reading about the shortage of homes available for sale while your home has been for sale for three months with no offers and only a handful of showings? In real estate, there can be many reasons for this and some of them may be out of your control. In most cases though, you are the one in charge of your home and can make changes to it that will allow it to show well and attract the right buyer.
5 Tips for Hiring a Kitchen Remodeling Contractor
Are you ready to begin remodeling your kitchen but need to hire a contractor to perform the work? There are several things you need to know and consider before selecting a qualified contractor who is a perfect match for you and your project. Below are 5 things to know and consider before hiring a contractor to remodel your kitchen
Choose the Best Neighborhood for You
If you’re moving to a new location, one aspect of finding a new home is choosing the right neighborhood. You may be concerned about a short commute or good schools, but you’ll also want to find an area that fits your personality and family. Here are three tips to help you in your selection.
