Moving and buying a home is a fun and exciting time for your family, but your dog might not feel the same way. House hunting and listing your own home on the market mean disruptions to your pet’s usual schedule, which can be stressful for pets and owners alike. However, there are a few things…
Renters and Cybercrime can easily go together. Are you on the hunt for a rental? Ad boards, listing portals and vacation sites have made it easier than ever to find one—and easier than ever, regrettably, for scammers to strike. Common cons include: False Identity Cyber criminals are altering the contact information on existing online rental…
A strong housing market isn’t necessarily all good news for sellers. As evidenced by Remodeling magazine’s newly-released Cost vs. Value Report for 2018, average return on investment (ROI) for home improvement projects dipped across the board, with “upscale” projects taking the biggest hit. The report, which measures the average cost of 21 popular remodeling projects and their average…
Remodeling and your home The expected tenure of homeowners in a home continues to increase, according to the latest Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. Last year, the expected tenure was 12 years – this year, it jumped to 15. And, with tightened inventory in many markets, people are staying put in their homes for…
College Loans- read about the 6 mistakes Did you know student loans are the second largest form of debt in America? Paying off college loans is essential to cementing your financial future. To successfully navigate the complexities of borrowing, steer clear of these common repayment mistakes, as outlined by Edvisors.com. 1. Losing track of loans. Graduating…
Impact on Homeowners Both chambers of Congress have passed tax overhaul bills. There are still opportunities to make the final legislation better for homeowners. Let’s examine three key areas: There is a difference between the House and Senate versions on the maximum mortgage amount that can be deducted. The House bill limits the mortgage interest…
Housing Trends: America Rediscovers Its Love of the Front Porch LYNN FREEHILL-MAYE NOV 20, 2017 In the 20th century, porches couldn’t compete with TV and air conditioning. Now this classic feature of American homes is staging a comeback as something more stylish and image-conscious than ever before. Two years ago, Scott Doyon saw the chance…
