One of the worst things that can happen if you own a home that you intend to rent out is to have long periods in which the home is uninhabited. During these times your investment is effectively a liability. [...]
Moving is a stressful process in and of itself, to be sure. Doubts and fears regarding the price you're paying for your new home can make it far worse. One of the best things you can do for yourself when [...]
Placing a bid on a home is exciting, but it doesn’t guarantee that the place is going to be yours. Depending on the market in the area, there may be plenty of people placing bids on a particularly peachy piece [...]
When couples decide to start a family, they often look for homes of a size that will comfortable accommodate them and their kids. This is great while everyone is living there, but once the kids move out and it’s [...]
It’s always sad to see a story on the news about catastrophic floods or fires destroying neighborhoods and leaving people homeless. Some of these folks will have insurance policies with companies that aid them in purchasing a new home, [...]
The old saying: “They just don’t make things like they used to” applies to a number of products, and none more so than homes. If you’re the type of person who is attracted to older homes and their old-fashioned [...]
Being preapproved for a home loan can reduce a ton of the stress associated with home buying. After all, shopping can be a blast, but trying to get all your ducks in a row financially after you’ve found your [...]
When you’re in the market for a home, the search is often the most fun. You get to attend open houses (and, hopefully, get some free refreshments), check out all sorts of interesting styles and types of architecture, and [...]
Maybe you’ve just gotten married, or finally gotten that good-paying position you’ve worked so hard to achieve. Either way, you’re ready to buy your first home. This is truly an exciting time and one that should be savored. However, [...]
There are two good reasons to buy a home. The first, and most obvious, is because you want to live there. The second reason is because real estate is a tried-and-true investment vehicle that has been an effective way [...]
