Vacant homes: 8 ways to make sure they’re maintained
Originally published on September 30, 2010
Does your community use these eight common local laws, programs, and regulations to force owners to maintain vacant homes?
Read More →Renting out your home? Get Landlord Insurance
Originally published on May 3, 2010
If you’re renting out your home, it might not be covered by homeowners insurance, so look into landlord insurance instead.
Read More →Buying a house at foreclosure auction is risky business
Originally published on May 18, 2011
You can buy a home at a significant discount at a foreclosure auction, but you’ll face a host of challenges. Don’t get burned; be solutions-ready.
Read More →7 smart strategies for bathroom remodeling
Originally published on March 4, 2011
Here’s how to get the bathroom of your dreams without making your budget a nightmare.
Read More →How to fight back against a bad contractor
Originally published on March 4, 2011
Don’t take contractor abuse lying down. If your contractor has fouled up your home improvement project–or disappeared altogether–you have recourse.
Read More →When it pays to do it yourself
Originally published on March 8, 2011
Doing home improvement jobs yourself can be a smart way to save money, but choose the right DIY projects or you’ll end up paying dearly.
Read More →Don’t take our word for it. Check out this article from Fortune Magazine entitled, “Real estate: It’s time to buy again” for insight into the future of home buying and selling.
Read More →How to buy a foreclosure and save 3.5% on closing costs through June 30, 2011
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Now is a great time to buy a foreclosure because there is a HomePath® Buyer Incentive in which Fannie Mae is currently offering buyers up to 3.5% in closing cost assistance through June 30, 2011. Read more to find out if you might be eligible for this savings.
Read More →Lead paint removal options and costs
Originally published on March 25, 2011
If testing reveals the presence of lead-based paint in your pre-1978 home, here are a few of the options at your disposal for removing it.
Read More →Asbestos removal caution and costs
Originally published on March 25, 2011
Asbestos removal may be warranted when an asbestos-containing material in your home is damaged, flaking, or crumbling. Find out what to do.
Read More →Lead paint laws and you
Originally published on March 25, 2011
Why lead paint laws? Demolition, sanding, and sawing stir up lots of dust, which can be messy and inconvenient but usually not toxic. Unfortunately, in homes constructed before 1978, renovation dust might contain lead, which is harmful when ingested or inhaled by adults and children—especially those under the age of 6. The risks of lead
Read More →Understanding Landlord Insurance
Originally published on September 1, 2010
Turning your home into a rental or buying an investment property? Expect to pay up to 20% more for the right insurance policy to protect your property.
Read More →There are two primary type of foreclosure: judicial foreclosure or non-judicial foreclosure. The Realty Trac website has created a chart identifying the foreclosure processes used in the various states.
Read More →5 tips for buying a foreclosure
Originally published on March 29, 2010
Get prequalified for a loan and set aside funds, and you’ll be ready to purchase a foreclosed home.
Read More →How to assess the real cost of a fixer-upper house
Originally published on August 24, 2010
When you buy a fixer-upper house, you can save a ton of money, or get yourself in a financial fix.
Read More →Benefits of buying a second home include tax breaks, a getaway for the family on vacations or holidays, a future retirement home, renters making your mortgage payments for you, or just a smart investment.
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Buying a new home and selling an existing home at the same time has it’s own set of difficulties. But with planning, you can ensure everything goes smoothly.
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