When youre planning a home renovation project, there is one of two categories its likely to fall into. The first is a simple cosmetic refresh. For example, maybe youre going to reface your cabinets and change out the light fixtures, but theres no major work to be done. Changing floors is another example of a cosmetic project.Then, there are thos...
Full Story >A lot of sellers dont listen to their real estate agents, so well tell you what your agent wants to say, but cant say to you and this is it - your agent cant get you the price you want unless your home is in pristine move-in condition.That means no sticking drawers in the kitchen. No leaning fences. No rust-stained plumbing fixtures. We could go...
Full Story >Committees are an untapped gold mine available to a homeowner association board. Besides benefitting the board by spreading the work around, committees are an excellent training ground for future board members. Members that are >Committees come in all shapes, sizes and functions and may be temporary or long term, as the need dictates. They are o...
Full Story >If youre a service member or veteran in the United States, you might be eligible for a Department of Veterans Affairs VA home loan. The spouse of a service member or veteran may also be eligible for a VA home loan. The entire objective of this program is to help veterans and service members obtain a mortgage with little-to-no money down.The Basi...
Full Story >A lot of people, thanks to low interest rates, are thinking about home renovations right now. You have different options to pay for these projects if youre not going to pay in cash. One option is a Home Equity Line of Credit or HELOC.A HELOC is a way to borrow against your homes equity, and it provides flexibility. With that being said, because ...
Full Story >Maybe youve heard this and maybe you havent, but when someone asks when the best time is to close on a contract its typically at or near the end of the month. Why? Because its how mortgage interest is accrued. When someone makes a mortgage payment on the first of the month, the payment doesnt apply to the month about to be lived in but instead i...
Full Story >Expanded DrivewayOne area that many people never think about changing is their driveway. Over the years, a lot of people have learned that they can expand their driveway to hold more cars. This is especially useful if you have multiple vehicles that members of your family drive.In the average neighborhood, there is simply not enough space for mo...
Full Story >Exceptional curb appeal will add to the enjoyment and value of your property and home. Maintaining your curb appeal throughout each season may pose its challenges, but with these tips, you can ensure that your home and landscaping will look their very best throughout the year.1 Clean It UpA thorough power wash is essential for maintaining the cl...
Full Story >A lot of people want to invest in real estate, but theyre not ready to flip properties or be a landlord. There are other ways to invest in real estate without having the responsibility of holding physical property. One way is a Real Estate Investment Trust or REIT.The purpose of a REIT is to help individuals invest in income-producing real estat...
Full Story >Homeowner associations are often portrayed as the detached governed by thankless volunteers. Its the blind leading the blind or rather the clueless in charge of those that could care less. So how should this union of the unwilling go about acquiring the wisdom it needs?James Surowiecki makes the case that a group is smarter than the smartest ind...
Full Story >Maybe youve been planning a remodel for quite some time, and youre finally getting started. You might be doing a large-scale remodel to make your home more functional for your family, or perhaps the plan is to get it ready to sell.Regardless of why youre remodeling, theres a big question that will arise: should you stay, or should you go? Meanin...
Full Story >Many investors like the alternative lending space where they can invest in mortgages, otherwise known as, Trust Deed investing, whereby they become the lender on real estate. The two major ways to invest in these mortgages is either in some kind of pooled investment [a Fund], similar to a mutual fund or owning the deed of trust on a specific pie...
Full Story >Home buyers who had their real estate plans interrupted by the pandemic may benefit from a reset before they plunge into the current real estate market. Buyers whose real-estate buying efforts stalled in March 2020 may benefit from reviewing their must-have list and how they created it. Buyers whose pandemic experience triggered a work-from-home...
Full Story >If youve ever watched a real estate show, youve likely heard the number one thing buyers want is an open floorplan. Open-concept design has its perks certainly, but its not right for everyone and their needs. Despite it being so in demand, its important you think about those downsides you might not have considered.What is Open-Concept?An open-co...
Full Story >For those in the service industry, getting additional income from tips for many accounts for quite a bit of an employees take-home pay. In fact, its not unusual for someone working in a restaurant to get the majority of the income from tips as the employer pays a minimum wage. Tip income is a big deal. But when it comes to getting approved for a...
Full Story >Fixing up your house can bring great joy, and also personal satisfaction when you pitch in and DIY some of the tasks. But proper preparation is key to getting things done right. Take a short cut and youll likely end up with a project that that takes longer, costs more, looks like it was DIYd and hurts more than your bank balance along the way.Me...
Full Story >1 Keep the house warm.While you dont have to keep the heat on all the time, keep the house warm during showings. You dont want people shivering while they look through the house. Set the thermostat to at least 70 degrees -- whether youll be in the house or not.2 Trim the outdoor foliage.Remove snow from shrubs and trees so that potential buyers ...
Full Story >So you dont have a degree from Le Cordon Bleu. Or a Michelin star. Or a 47,000 stove yes, they actually make a 47,000 stove. You can still cook Thanksgiving like a James Beard chef.No, really, you can.All you need is a little time, a lot of patience, and a menu that includes the best Thanksgiving dishes from the best celebrity chefs. These dishe...
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