Buying a home in the city is a venture that comes with an entire assortment of advantages and disadvantages. While the location might be close in proximity to businesses, services, and other people, it’s easy to worry about the other aspects of city living. What are the great and not-so-great facets of living on a busy street?
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Feburary 9, 2015
February 9, 2015 by
Last week’s economic news included construction spending, which fell shy of expectations but exceeded the prior month’s spending, and several consumer and labor-related reports.
DIY Lovers: ‘Greenify’ Your Home with These Three Eco-Friendly Home Improvement Projects
February 6, 2015 by
Are you a homeowner who is searching for ways to make your home a bit more eco-friendly? In today’s post we’ll explore a few projects that handy do-it-yourselfers can undertake in order to make a home a bit friendlier to the local environment.
Tax Time is Upon Us: Learn About Tax Deductions and How to Write off Your Home Mortgage Interest
February 5, 2015 by
Much to the chagrin of taxpayers all over the country, the tax-filing season begins in January and runs through April 15 of each year. As the current tax season approaches, it presents an opportunity to help tax-payers clarify their responsibilities and remind them of certain important tax deductions that may be available.
You Ask, We Answer: Four Reasons Why Selling a Condo is Different Than Selling a House
February 4, 2015 by
Listing a property is a delicate dance. From the initial marketing to the final price negotiations, everything needs to be tailored to the type of home being sold. However, because of their main differences, this process can look very different when selling a condo versus selling a house.
Selling Your Home in 2015? Boost Your Resale Value with These Three Inexpensive Renovations
February 3, 2015 by
To get top dollar for your home, renovations may be necessary. However, some renovations can prove costly and they donât always add value to your home. Here are three inexpensive renovations that are sure to improve the resale value of your home.
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – Feburary 2, 2015
February 2, 2015 by
Last week’s economic reports included Case-Shiller 10 and 20-City Home Price Index reports for November along with new and pending home sales for December. Freddie Mac reported on average mortgage rates and new jobless claims dipped unexpectedly.
Three Subtle Painting Tricks That Will Make Your Home Look Amazing
January 30, 2015 by
When it comes to painting the walls of a house, sometimes subtle is best. You want to add design, color, and texture to the walls, but you don’t want it jarring to the eyes. Here are three subtle painting techniques you can try on your home walls.
Case-Shiller: Home Price Growth Slower in November
January 28, 2015 by
Case-Shiller Home Price Index reports for November indicate that home price growth continues to slow. The 20-City Home Price Index dropped by 0.20 percent to November’s reading of 4.30 percent year-over-year.
