House Inspections 101
If you’ve purchased a home before, you probably already know about home inspections. If you are a first-time home buyer, you might not be so well-informed. Since approximately two out of every five properties have major defects, it makes sense to get your property inspected. Your home is your biggest investment, and failing to get […]
The Advantages of Renting a Home or Apartment
We are all familiar with the American dream of owning a home with a white picket fence and a swing set in the backyard. But what if this dream doesn’t pertain to all of us? This is when renting an apartment or house is a good idea. Advantages of Renting Buying a home for financial […]
10 Financial Musts after Buying a Home
Buying a Home After Financial Musts You’ve bought a house and you now a proud homeowner—Congratulations! It probably feels good, and it should. You have probably been through many obstacles and put a lot of time into the home buying process, and it has finally paid off. If you think the purchasing process was time-consuming […]
Older Homes and Inspections: What You Should Look For
Older homes have a certain charm, ambiance, and style that simply can’t compare to newer houses. Whether you’re looking to live in an older homes or want to turn it around for profit, there are certain things you should look at for before you sign the dotted line. A detailed inspection of the property is […]
How to Throw a Housewarming Party
Throw a Housewarming Party Buying a home for yourself and for your family is reason to celebrate. Throwing a housewarming party to show off your new home and your accomplishments is in order, and it’s a great way to meet new neighbors and welcome others to your home. Your house doesn’t have to be in […]
How to Find Your Dream Neighborhood
If you are thinking of buying a new house, you should consider the neighborhood. After all, what would be the point of buying a lovely home in an area you don’t particularly like? Before you invest your money in a new house, it’s wise to do a little research to find the area you want […]
House Appraisal Report- Important or Not
Why You Need a House Appraisal Report So you have decided to sell your home. You have a vague idea how much your property is worth, and you have a certain figure in your mind. You turn on your computer and get out an online house appraisal report from a site like Neighborhood IQ. Despite […]
Meet Bob and Linda
Bob and Linda were looking to refinance their mortgage but had no idea what their home was worth. Thanks to Neighborhood IQ they were able to use the same tools as the big banks, find the true value of their home, and negotiate a better deal for themselves… all for free. Visit NeighborhoodIQ.com today for […]
Reselling – Buy A Home to Sell It
Reselling a Home: Tips for Maximizing Your Profit If you bought a home during the early 2000’s and sold it off just before the housing bubble burst, you must have made a handsome profit. The house prices have yet to fully recover, but the trend is unmistakably clear – they are rising again. Many people […]
What Does the Future Hold for House Price Appreciation?
Robert Schiller, a sterling professor of economics at Yale University, has predicted that the home prices will rise by one or two percent more than inflation during the next ten years. The professor has compiled huge data on house prices in the United States, beginning from 1890 and going all the way through 2008. Professor […]