Relocating for a new job is stressful enough without worrying about how you’re going to sell your old home. The moment you take that new job offer, the clock starts ticking, and you’re facing pressure to sell your home under a deadline. For homeowners in certain ZIP codes, selling a home doesn’t take long. According […]
Read MoreAfter water damage is cleaned up, the drywall is repaired and the carpet is replaced, you might think your house troubles are over. But hidden problems can linger for months or even years. Water damage costs U.S. insurance companies $2.5 billion every year, but that’s only part of the story. For years after the cleanup […]
Read MoreAbraham Lincoln once said, “Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the ax.” The lesson here is that adequate preparation is the surest recipe for success, and this is true for almost any endeavor including selling your home. Depending on where you live, the winter […]
Read MorePhoto Credit Just how fast you sell your home depends on a number of factors like market conditions, price, condition, and how long you want to wait to get the right price. But if you could just apply one tip to sell your house as fast as possible what would it be? Well we […]
Read MoreHiring a trustworthy contractor can make the difference between a dreamy remodel and a home-improvement horror story. Follow these expert tips to find a contractor you can truly count on. Ask for local references, and then actually call those homeowners to find out what it was like to work with this contractor. Ask […]
Read MorePhoto Credit It can be frustrating to go through the headache of being turned down from receiving a home loan. Fortunately, you’re not the only person to have walked this path, and the good news is the trail has been blazed and your path to receiving a mortgage is just around the corner. Follow our […]
Read MoreFor many American homeowners, the mortgage payment is the hardest monthly expense to pay. If you can’t afford your mortgage payment, you have other options to try before you face foreclosure. Say goodbye to private mortgage insurance. If your down payment was less than 20 percent, you might be paying hundreds of dollars a month […]
Read MoreAs natural disasters become more and more common, it’s more important than ever for homeowners to make sure their home is secured in the event of an emergency. A few simple steps can make a big difference in protecting your home and family. Here are a few items to help you stay prepared. Fire If […]
Read MoreTake a drive down the interstate and there’s a startling sight. At least it appears that way. The road is loaded with moving trucks. It seems like every time you pass a moving truck, another shows up. They are like weeds on the Interstate. And it’s only getting worse. Part of that has to come […]
Read MoreThere are no tricks when you decide its time to “sell my house.” There are more ways to get your listing in front of more people now than 50 years ago. It’s incredible to think about how fast and much that has changed in that time. Back then, you just listed your home in the […]
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