Homeownership TopicsJune 4, 2018Home security tips and tricks: Keeping the bad guys outHome security tips: learn how to secure your home, avoid home burglary, and what to do in case of a home break in.
Mortgage RatesJune 3, 2018Don’t accept your first mortgage rate quoteShopping for a mortgage rate is not time consuming, but half of home loan consumers don't do it. They could be missing out on significantly better rates and fees.
Buying a homeJune 3, 2018Counteroffer definition: What does it mean when I get a counteroffer?Counteroffer definition: a proposal in response to a real estate purchase offer. The counter offer means that the seller accepts the buyer's offer, subject to certain changes. The buyer can accept, reject or counter the seller's counter-offer.
Homeownership TopicsJune 2, 2018New house checklist: Things you need that you never imaginedPreparing a new house checklist before you move will remove some of the stress beforehand, and will definitely help you handle the inevitable emergencies down the road. The ounce of prevention really does beat the pound of care.
Real Estate NewsMay 31, 2018Home prices decrease in 27 cities; here are the top 10Home prices are climbing – but not everywhere. In fact, according to a new report, there are actually a handful of cities where prices have dropped in the last year. Could they hold the key for homebuyers seeking affordability in today’s hot market?
Homeownership TopicsMay 31, 2018Home maintenance: essential for preserving home valueAs a renter, you bore little responsibility for home maintenance. But now, you are your own landlord. Here are the essential tasks you'll have to perform yourself or pay someone else to do.
RentersMay 30, 2018Protecting your security depositDo you get your security deposit back? It depends. Protecting your security deposit is important, or you may have to kiss it goodbye when you terminate a lease, Here is what you need to know.
Buying a homeMay 30, 2018Adult child living at home: From Mom’s basement to homeownershipIf you are an adult child living at home (or if you have an adult child living at home), this guide will help you pull a plan together to get out of your parent's house and into a home of your own.
Real Estate NewsMay 30, 2018Selling your home? Use these outdoor projects to up its valueWant to get top-dollar when selling your home? Then focus on your lawn. According to a new study, simple maintenance and care not only increases a home’s appeal to buyers, but also adds serious property value as well.
Homeownership TopicsMay 30, 2018Lower my bills, please! Phone, utilities, cable, internet, insuranceWho hasn't said, "I need to lower my bills" at some point in their lives? Unless you are free and clear of debt, you can probably benefit from these tips.
Real EstateMay 29, 2018How to fire your real estate agentHow to fire your real estate agent if he or she is not getting the job done. In many cases, it's not that hard to do.
Real Estate NewsMay 29, 2018Home buying power still high, despite rising prices and ratesIt might seem like home prices just keep rising, but according to a new analysis, today’s housing is actually still pretty affordable. “Real” home prices—those adjusted for income and interests rate changes—are currently 32.5 percent below their housing boom peak from 2006.
Buying a homeMay 28, 2018Safe neighborhood: How to check it out before buying a homeHow to choose A SAFE neighborhood when buying a home? By investigating online and in-person. Here's how.
FICO & Credit ScoresMay 25, 2018How do I get a credit report?If you're asking "How do I get a credit report?" you have come to the right place. It's not that hard, and may even be free.
Mortgage NewsMay 24, 2018Dodd-Frank repeal: Why you don’t have to worry about itCongress just approved a partial rollback of the Dodd-Frank mortgage reform law. But the part that affect borrowers -- the collection of information to detect discrimination -- won't harm consumers who shop for mortgages online.
Buying a homeMay 24, 2018Costs of Owning a Home: What to Expect the First YearThe costs of owning a home may surprise you if you're a first-timer. House expenses should be part of your budget when you buy a home. Costs of home ownership are manageable if you plan ahead.
Real Estate NewsMay 24, 2018Live long and prosper in these successful citiesWant to live long and prosper? Then head South to Odessa, Texas. The city was recently named the most prosperous in the nation.
Homeownership TopicsMay 23, 2018Home technology: What’s important when you buy or sell a smart home?Today's home technology, aka "smart home" brings up new issues when you buy or sell. How do you transfer services and protect your own information?