Ken & Barbie have been married 20 years and have owned their current home for over 10 years. Without the…
Aspiring homeowners can overcome the challenge of saving for a down payment by taking advantage of various sources of assistance. Discover…
Referrals are the lifeblood of any business, and real estate is no exception. When someone you trust refers you to…
The more equity in your home, the more options you have. Since equity is determined by the difference between value…
The first thing every homeowner needs to know about plumbing is how to turn the water off in case of…
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An Automated Valuation Model, AVM, is a computer approach that looks at public records to make a determination based on…
Homeowners should recognize that the same trusted professional who helped them buy or sell their home can be a valuable…
Affordability and stability are reasons home buyers choose a 30-year fixed rate mortgage. It makes the payment lower than a…
Insurance and homeowners go together like peanut butter and jelly. Lenders require fire insurance at a minimum for homes with…
A variety of factors have led to a shortage of rental units, especially single family homes, and as a result,…
Rental homes have several distinct advantages compared to alternative investments. These advantages coupled with the opportunity for a higher yield…
According to a Federal Reserve report on Consumer Finances, homeowners’ net worth is 36 times greater than that of renters….
It seems fairly innocuous. A friend or family member wants you to co-sign on a loan because they don’t qualify….
As rates are inching up but still very affordable, buyers should remember that there is an alternative to a fixed…