17th December 2009
Are you thinking of buying a new home and want to find one that is energy efficient and better for the environment? Going green with homes is a big trend right now, thanks to the lower energy costs and the smaller carbon footprint that goes with it. But i...
08th December 2009
In this shaky housing market, many people are opting to rent the homes they live in instead of buying them while they wait to see how the market goes. It's certainly a good idea to stay cautious about such things. After all, buying a home will be one of t...
11th November 2009
A fire in your home can be absolutely devastating no matter when it happens, but it's particularly dangerous during the Holidays. Fire departments across the country report hundreds of cases each year where they are required to respond to a fire caused by...
23rd January 2009
Are you finding yourself getting the sniffles when it's not allergy season, or feeling as if you're getting the flu when there's nothing going around? Believe it or not, your own home might be making you sick. Whether it's the chemicals in your furniture,...
04th December 2008
We all know that it's a very difficult time to sell a home right now. The market is filled with inventory and prospects are scarce. Competition is fierce and expectations from buyers are unforgiving. It's perfectly understandable to be feeling a little be...
01st December 2008
For those who are looking for a low-maintenance lifestyle, or a place in a popular downtown area to call home, condos are a very attractive option when looking for a new home. They can offer many bonuses that you won't find with most houses - plentiful am...
30th November 2008
According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency, foreclosures have increased an incredible 150% in the last two years. And with statistics showing that the majority of adjustable rate mortgages that were taken out during the height of the housing bubble w...
11th November 2008
With the average size of a new home getting smaller, home owners are looking for creative new ways to make the best use of the space they have. Everyone wants to be living in a nice, bright, spacious home. What many home owners don't realize, however, is ...
30th October 2008
It's the oldest and most important rule in investment - buy low, sell high. So with inventory soaring and housing prices dropping, many people out there are wondering when's the best time to buy a new home? Here are a few signs to look out for if you want...
23rd October 2008
Sometimes I'm surprised at the kinds of things that can kill a home sale. What seems like such a simple issue like "who gets to keep those drapes after the deal closes" can balloon into a big misunderstanding on both sides of the table. Don't assume anyth...
13th October 2008
As our society gets more conscious of our impact on the environment, many consumers are concerned about "living green". And while it's important to worry about what we drive, and what we eat, and what we spray into the air, one of the biggest impacts on o...
25th September 2008
It's a tough market out there. If you want to have any chance of selling your home, you need your house to look its best. One of the simplest - and most important - ways to boost the appeal of your home is to "de-clutter". I know it can be a difficult pro...
22nd September 2008
One of the most efficient ways to add value and appeal to your home is by giving it a fresh new coat of paint. When you're looking for a way to boost the appearance of your home for a potential buyer, repainting is a relatively affordable and easy alterna...
01st September 2008
It isn't news to anyone that widespread foreclosures are a large problem in our current real estate market. For many families, it can be unavoidable. However, what many people don't know is that there is help out there for those facing foreclosure. Here a...
15th August 2008
When you’re in the middle of buying or selling your house, it’s easy to get hung up on the details of the deal and forget to spend time on some of the things you take for granted in the process. Finding the right moving company is more important – a...
