Homeowners need to be ready in case anything happens to threaten their household. Sometimes, natural disasters can strike that are well beyond anyone’s control, but there are still steps everyone can take to be ready for any worst-case scenario: Have adequate insurance Homeowners insurance is a must have for anyone with a house, and likewise,…
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Halloween is one of those holidays where people love to decorate and customize their homes for the season. The National Retail Federation (NRF) writes that consumers in the US will spend $2.7 billion on decorations this year, even more than the $2.6 billion they will spend on candy. Add in 3.2 billion for costumes and…
To rent or buy? If the question of renting vs. buying a home has crossed your mind we encourage you to consider the benefits of homeownership. However, the advantages of owning vs. renting are different for everyone. If you’re not already a homeowner, then it’s always time to be thinking about when to buy your…
Renovating your home wisely can increase its value and make it more appealing to buyers. Even if those renovations don’t get you a 100% return on your investment, they can make the home sell more quickly, save you money on extra mortgage, insurance and tax payments you’ll have to make while the home sits on…
Owning a home comes with ongoing responsibilities. Maintenance and upkeep will become a part of every homeowner’s regular routine for as long as they own a house. But it’s important not to look at these maintenance responsibilities as onerous chores—while there is work involved in homeownership, doing necessary upkeep will make your home more valuable…
When you buy a home, a home inspection is critical to ensure that your home purchase—most likely the largest single purchase you will ever make—won’t come with any unpleasant surprises. A home inspector will give you a report on the condition of the house and all of its systems. This gives you a chance to…
Homeowners insurance is an absolute must-have, but there are ways to make sure you’re paying as little as possible for this coverage. Even if you’ve already had homeowners insurance for some time, take these steps to reduce your insurance costs: Compare Carefully Whether you’re getting insurance for the first time or renewing for another year,…
If you’re in the market as a first-time home buyer, you’ll probably be concerned about your down payment. There is a lot of conflicting information and advice about how much you really need to have. How can you effectively save the money? How Much Should Your Down Payment Be? You’ll see a lot of advice…
Moving into a new home can be overwhelming, especially for a first-time home buyer. Luckily professional home buyer coaches don’t stop helping once the home purchase process is complete; we’re here to help with tips and advice to make the home owning process go smoothly too. Move in: There are lots of things you probably…
Buying your first home can be an overwhelming process. If you’re not prepared, or if you jump in without taking advantage of all of the expert assistance available to you, you could fall into all sorts of traps. We’re here to offer these 10 first time home buyer mistakes to avoid: Shopping For A Home…
Homeowners insurance, or hazard insurance, is a type of property insurance that pays for losses related to your home. A homeowner’s insurance policy can include losses to your home, additional living expenses, loss of personal belongings, and liability insurance for accidents that may happen. There are many things that could go wrong for homeowners that…
June is National Homeownership Month; it began in the 1920’s as a “Real Estate Week”, and expanded in 2002 to a national, month-long event. This is a time to celebrate and promote homeownership, and to educate and encourage Americans to take advantage of the many benefits that homeownership brings. Homeownership Month is a great time…
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