Yes Folks, The Times They Are A-Changin’ The traditional life path that was typical of my generation; grow up, go to school, start your career, get married, buy a home, have children and then the children leave to follow the same path, is pretty much history. The “contemporary” life path is hardly a path, they […]
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Is Technology Alienating You From Your Community?
It’s not an age-old tale, but rather a new-age trend. Is technology interfering with societies ability to connect, in real life, with other people and the community as a whole? Well, according to the California Association of Realtors and Pew Research, the majority of those who were interviewed said yes. Here is the question they […]
First-Time Home Buyers Tend To Finance
That headline is not a big surprise at all. Of course, first-time home buyers tend to finance their home purchase! In fact, most buyers use bank financing to purchase a home, whether they’re first-time buyers or seasoned veterans. However, buyers purchasing their second or third home typically put a larger down-payment down. 14% is the […]
Home Improvements That Pay Off With Increased Home Value
Most homeowners like to consider the value that home improvements add to their home before launching into big projects, additions or remodels, especially if they don’t plan to stay in the home for more than a few years or so. Luckily, we have a great resource showing the payoff of some popular home improvements. These […]
How to Hire a Contractor
It’s not uncommon for new homeowners and home sellers to need to hire a contractor either before moving in or before putting the house on the market. But it can be difficult to find someone you can trust and who will show up and do the work when you need it. Below you will find […]
Know and Understand Your Credit Score and Report [Infographic]
According to a new report from the credit bureau Experian, many prospective homebuyers are put off from the process because they are unaware of their credit scores. But knowing your credit score has never been more simple. Start by getting your free report from CreditKarma* at https://www.creditkarma.com. Yes, it’s totally free and there is no […]
Top 10 Home Projects that Recoup Costs at Resale
Sometimes you may want to do some upgrades to your house before you put it on the market. But it can be a mystery what projects you should really do. There are two things to consider before you begin, recouping your costs when you sell, and improving the appearance of your home for better appeal […]
