Should You Buy a Historic House?
There is nothing quite like the quaintness and uniqueness of a historic home. Many homebuyers and investors fall in love with historic houses because they are richly attractive pieces of historical beauty. They are also known for their established neighborhoods. But are historic homes worth the purchase? If you have been considering buying a historic […]
Give Your Kitchen a Mini-Makeover with a New Sink
Are you looking to give your kitchen a small makeover this summer? You should consider a mini-makeover with the addition of a new sink. If you’re on a budget but want to spruce up your kitchen and add some extra value to your home, adding a new sink could be just the right decision. It’s […]
The Value of Modular Homes
Home buyers often do not have a good understanding of home purchasing options and the impact on resale each choice offers. As a result there are many misunderstandings when it comes to home values and which options appreciate in value the best. Real estate agents and mortgage lenders are in an excellent position to educate […]
Salvaged Material Use – What You Need to Know
Do you try to make use of salvaged building materials whenever possible? We do too! But it’s important to use them smartly if you wish to enhance the value of your home. Here’s a bit of common sense advice on effectively using salvaged material: Keep future sale in mind If you regularly follow the practice […]
How to Decide Between Two Homes that You Have Fallen in Love With
You have immersed yourself heavily in house hunting and then you discover that you are in love with 2 homes and you don’t know which one to choose. In such a situation, don’t be guided by emotion. Instead, let reason prevail. In most cases, you will get only a couple of days or weeks to […]
8 Mistakes That Could Reduce the Value of Your Home
So you thought you can do just about anything with your home. Well, you were wrong. Making changes to your home is fine as long as you don’t commit blunders that can put off potential buyers should you decide to sell in the next few yeras. But this is not always the case. Very often, […]
Be a Realistic Home Buyer
We often speak about home sellers who are unrealistic when it comes to things like the price their homes are likely to fetch and other aspects of the sale. But we think there are many unrealistic home buyers too. Everyone wants to clinch a fantastic deal when they’re buying a home. Of course, this is […]
Eights Facts about House Appraisal Reports
A house appraisal report is crucial for establishing the market value of a property. It tells the seller how much he can ask, and guides the buyer towards the right price of the property. It is nearly impossible for buyers to secure a mortgage without a house appraisal report. Despite being such a crucial part […]
When Homeowners Insurance Doesn’t Protect You
Many homeowners insurance policies come with hidden, hard-to-understand clauses. The consumer may not even realize their existence until a claim arises. However, by staying informed and keeping all relevant records you will be able to protect your interests in most cases. A homeowners insurance policy will help pay for damages caused by hurricanes or fires. […]
8 Hurdles You Need to Overcome Before Purchasing a House
So the seller has accepted your offer and agreed to sell the house. But you still need to overcome many hurdles before the property becomes yours. In this article we will take a look at the common problems that buyers may experience during the escrow period. 1. Extensive damage is revealed during a termite inspection […]
