No one plans to waste money purposely… but sometimes it happens, especially when it comes to our homes.   As a first-time homeowner (and even those who are more seasoned), you don’t want your excitement over a new home to crank up your spending. Owning a home already adds new expenses compared to renting.  At […]

You never know if and when something will happen — whether it’s a big catastrophe or something less destructive – so you need to be prepared!It’s essential to choose the right company, the right price, and the right coverage for your specific situation.   Keep in mind, homeowners insurance is a collection of different kinds of […]

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas produced by burning gas, wood, propane, charcoal or other fuel. You must have a CO detector if you have fuel-burning appliances in your home. And if you have such appliances on more than one level of your home, you should have a carbon monoxide detector on each […]

Has Your Home Been Tested for Radon? Have you ever heard of radon?  Well, it’s a big deal.   It’s an odorless, colorless gas and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States.  It can get trapped in our homes and be at such high levels that it can affect your health. […]

As a homeowner, you just never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  A home warranty can sound like a great solution to this dilemma, but is it really worth it? Home warranties have gotten a bad rap in the past, but like any warranty or insurance policy, the upfront cost […]

With busy schedules, it’s easy to let regular home maintenance fall off your to-do list. Like many homeowners, you might try to cram certain projects into one weekend. Or worse yet, disaster strikes and you get hit with a large bill since you never got around to a minor task that turned into a major […]

If you are looking for home anytime between Thanksgiving and the end of January, the housing inventory takes a deep dive.  With hardly any homes on the market, you might be wondering what are the best strategies to find a home if you need to or want to move during this time of year? I […]

If you or anyone you know has been thinking of buying or selling a home, you are probably wondering what home prices will look like next year.  If prices are going to increase, buying now and waiting to sell makes sense. If prices are going to decrease, selling now and waiting to buy is more […]

What do they say? The only thing that stays the same is that nothing stays the same.  The housing market is no exception. Just when you think you know how the housing market is behaving, it changes! This year, the housing market has been red hot, reaching record levels but is that where it still […]

With mortgage rates at historic lows, it’s the perfect time to consider refinancing your home if you haven’t done so already. If you’re looking for ways to cut costs and save money in 2021, then taking advantage of these current rates with a new loan should be at the top of your list. Top Reasons […]