From finding an inspector to dealing with surprises — this is your guide to getting a house checked out. The first thing you need to know about home inspection: You’ll feel all the feels. There’s the excitement — the inspection could be the longest time you’re in the house, after the showing. Right behind that comes … anxiety. What if the inspector finds something … [Read more...]
7 Important Repairs to Make Before Selling A House
The most critical things to do to increase your home’s value before putting it on the market. As a smart seller, you'll want your home in tip-top shape — but you don't want to eat into your profits by overspending on home improvements. You won't be around to enjoy them anyway. The key is to focus on the most important repairs to make before selling a house to … [Read more...]
4 Landscaping Ideas for Your Front Yard
Here are a few tips and tricks for your front yard's landscaping. Even if you can’t tell a tulip from a turnip at the garden center, you can still create eye-catching curb appeal by paying attention to the basics of good landscaping, especially in the front yard. Ignoring your front yard — or doing something that’s out of character with the neighborhood — can … [Read more...]
Real Estate Q&A: What Can We Do About Construction Noise Next Door?
(TNS)—Q: The house next door was recently sold, and there is construction going on day and night. The workers are loud and have no consideration for our privacy. We have not felt comfortable spending time in our yard due to the noise and being watched. They still have a lot of work to get done. What can we do? — Gerard A: While your neighbors may renovate their new home, they … [Read more...]
How to Maintain a Healthy Credit Score
Getting a Healthy Credit Score and Keeping ItDo you have strong desires to own your first house? Maintaining a good credit score is important, especially when you are young and have many years of borrowing ahead of you. If you are under 30, try not to over-borrow. When you plan to buy a house, you will need to be almost debt-free to ensure a low-interest rate. If you have … [Read more...]
