December 2008

First time home buyers often have a particularly difficult time getting enough cash for a down payment. Here are five ideas that might enhance your down payment fund and your chances of becoming a home owner more quickly. Sometimes, even the most severe personal budget cuts don't help build your cash reserves as quickly as you'd like and the savings process can be discouraging.

November 2008

Opportunity can come knocking any time of the year. If you thought you needed to wait until spring to place your home on the market, it's time to put that so-called conventional wisdom to the test.
 

October 2008

In every endeavor you should always surround yourself with the best and most qualified expert assistance and advice. To get your home sold, it's vital you select the best agent possible – someone with your interests in mind and someone you can trust to get the job done. But even the most successful agent cannot get buyers to the table unless you pay attention to the two essentials – presentation and price.
 

September 2008

As a buyer, it's never been easier to find just what you want in a new home. Technology has made the process a lot easier and much more fun. Whether you are moving across the street or across the country, your new home may be just a click away on the web. Finding that perfect home is, of course, only a small portion of actually becoming a home owner.
 

August 2008

Reducing toxic cleaning chemicals is not only good for the planet. It's good for our health. Is there a difference in so-called natural cleaning products? What is eco-friendly and what is simply a good advertising campaign?
 

July 2008

No one needs to tell you when your neighbors are away. Little signs such as the car not being moved out of the garage or the mail piling up sends an instant message. And what about the lights? Is the house totally dark or is the porch light on 24 hours a day? If you notice these things, it's likely that burglars notice them even faster.
 

June 2008

"For Sale By Owner" has the lure of saving commissions. But before venturing out on your own, you might want to give some serious thought to the risks. There are more than a few dangers hidden behind the enticement.
 

May 2008

Appealing to today's buyers calls for their need for a spacious home that's move in ready. That sounds simple enough until you look around and realize you might have some serious work to do in order to fulfill this requirement.
 

April 2008

A home of your own sounds like an excellent idea. But is it a wise move? Will the benefits outweigh any financial risks? Before making your final decision, there are some facts you should know.
 

March 2008

You don't want to think about it. But what would you do if your home was destroyed by fire or some other disaster? Even a small kitchen fire or flooding from a broken pipe can do enormous damage. How do you replace and rebuild? Do you have the necessary insurance coverage?
 

February 2008

The National Association of Realtors recently released housing figures for December and for last year. In 2007 there were 5,652,000 existing-home sales, the fifth highest year on record.

 

January 2008

It's no secret. Today's buyer has plenty of choices for their new home. If you want buyers to see your home in its best light, you'll have to go that extra mile with regard to presentation and condition.