First Time Home Buying Tips: What to Do and What Not to
Few experiences are more exciting or rewarding than purchasing a new home for the first time. However, the process can … Continued
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The upside to small living and tips to make it happen
The concept of small living isn’t something only empty-nesters enjoy anymore. A growing number of people want to own a … Continued
Should You Rent or Sell Your House?
If you’re moving out of a home you own, you might be wondering whether to rent your house out or … Continued
3 Things to Consider When Deciding to Buy a Second Home
A second house might be an investment, a vacation property or a combination of the two. Regardless of its intended … Continued
7 Benefits of Downsizing to an Apartment
Making big decisions about where and how you live isn’t always easy. Your space needs to meet your needs and … Continued
Space-saving Furniture Ideas for Small Homes
Many people are thinking smaller these days. Some are growing weary of the financial pressure, significant upkeep and social separation … Continued
Condo vs. Townhouse: What’s the Difference?
If you’re thinking of buying or renting a townhouse or condominium, there are some important differences that you should know … Continued
Home Inspection Tips for Buyers
House inspections are critical to vetting any potential problems. There can be issues even with what seems like a dream … Continued
Staging Your Home for a Quick Sale
There’s a lot of conflicting advice about how to stage a home, and the details often vary with the home … Continued
10 Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home [Slideshow]
Whether you’re preparing to sell or planning to stay put for decades, your home is most likely your most … Continued
10 Pesky Problems Home Buyers Overlook
You’ve searched long and hard for your dream home. It has everything you want – and you can envision your … Continued
Buying an Investment Property? Here Are 5 Cities Where Home Values Have Increased
Since the housing bubble burst in 2008, property values have been steadily recovering across the country – but some cities are recovering faster than others. According to Kiplinger.com, a few top performers have seen double-digit property value percentage increases from 2011 to 2012. The cities each have populations of more than 500,000, and could be a good place to start looking if you’re in the market for an investment property – but keep in mind that property values can fluctuate quickly, so check real estate appraisal sites like Zillow.com for up-to-date information.