When it's time to make a move, the decision to relocate to either the city or the suburbs can be a difficult one. There are pros and cons for each, and these few facts may help you make the wisest choice. 1. Your Home's Worth Unless your planning to move for the last time, you…
People who buy condos reap numerous benefits that are not available to traditional homeowners. Condo owners, for example, enjoy professional maintenance and repair services that alleviate much of the upkeep costs that homeowners must tackle on their own. However, despite many of their maintenance costs being covered by the homeowners' association or by the property…
Everyone wants to retain a high home value, and location plays a key role. Although not many people would imagine living next to a specialty grocery store makes a difference, Zillow uncovered homes near Whole Foods and Trader Joe's have the highest values. This phenomenon is linked to " The Starbucks Effect." During the time…
Buying a home used to be a given. After high school, you went to college and got a job. Maybe you got married. Then you smiled for the camera in front of the “sold” sign on the front lawn of your charming starter home. Today’s young people don’t necessarily have that expectation. People who are buying…
Dealing with real estate requires a commitment to staying aware of the ever-changing market. This week, we learned a few tidbits that we'd like to share. 1. Don't Assume Your Water is Good The water supply in Flint, Michigan, has been found to contain high levels of lead, and a study by the Natural Resources…
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Purchasing your own home is a wonderful achievement, but it's important that you're well informed before you make this decision. Answer these questions first. 1. How's your credit record? If you're dealing with a troubled credit history, then this may not be the best time to consider purchasing a home. A poor credit score may…
When you are ready to buy a home, there are a few items you must consider. It is a significant and expensive milestone in your life. Here are 10 things you must know before making a purchase. 1. Find a Reliable Realtor, you must have a real estate agent who will protect your interests. 2.…
It looks like millennials are finally jumping into the home ownership phase of their grownup lives. Reports from Realtor.com identified some hot spots where millennials accounted for a significant portion of new mortgages. Some of these cities are not the usual millennial haunts: Des Moines, Iowa; Provo, Utah and the cities of Baton Rouge Lafayette,…
You have probably dropped a load of money on Christmas gifts and do not want any extra expenses. To curb energy bills, here are 10 simple tips that will help you conserve energy. 1. Switch to LED LightsRunning LED lights costs a fraction of the money it takes to use standard bulbs. As you decorate…