Living in the same home for years is great: you know the layout very well, feel comfortable in the space and you can see personal touches everywhere you go. But if you’re looking at each room and feeling it’s all a bit aged, it might be time for a makeover. The best part is that […]
14 Myths about the Home Buying Process
No matter what side of the home-buying process you are on, there are plenty of misconceptions regarding appraisals that you have to deal with. And more often than not, it’s hard to sort through and decide fact from fiction. To help make sense of process, the Appraisal Foundation put together an infographic sharing a few […]
How to Prevent Freezing Pipes in 5 Easy Steps
While we don’t generally think of February as being an extremely cold month, most of the country has been dealing with sub-zero temperatures and record-breaking cold this year. You may be fighting off the weather with layers of clothing and quick runs between warm spaces, but are you protecting your home as well? Freezing pipes […]
5 Tips to Help Stay Calm While Selling Your Home
It doesn’t matter whether this is your first time or 3rd time, selling a home can be stressful. A homeowner has to think of everything from home repairs to open house showings, and all within a short amount of time. Of course, everyone handles stress differently, but there are a few techniques to try when […]
4 Times Home Maintenance Should Be Left to the Professionals
Before starting any maintenance task, homeowners have to decide if the job is one they can do by themselves or one that requires a professional’s touch. Many times, the decision comes down to safety concerns and the possibility of making a problem worse with the wrong “fix”, which could lead to a much costlier outcome. […]
11 Do’s and Don’ts of Simple Loan Approvals
If you’re in the market for a new home (or about to start searching), you may have to apply for a loan sometime in the near future. While the application itself may seem simple enough, there are a few things to consider while waiting for an approval. Here are a few tips from CF Funding […]
How One Light Bulb Can Make a Difference
As homeowners, we strive to make positive changes in our homes that will help us save money and live better. But it’s not always easy to figure out which changes to make. Luckily, RE/MAX put together a great infographic of all the small things you can do around home to save money and energy! Which […]
