Interest rates are on the rise. For those new home buyers and investors sitting on the fence, now might be the best chance to purchase or refinance while the rates are still low. The week ending November 18th posted the highest 30-year fixed interest rate in three months. According to the weekly survey from the … Read more
Greening your home and following simple energy-saving tips can save you up to 50 percent on your utility bills. Most items purchased to “green” your home are inexpensive and easy to install, and many of the following tips can be implemented in no time. Money & Energy Saving Purchases If you plan to make a … Read more
If you’re looking for a new way to add some beauty to your landscaping, you might want to think about a rock garden. A small rock garden can add a touch of something special, while a large one can be a defining part of your yard. Either way, there are a few steps you will … Read more
An active-adult community is typically a community consisting of homes for active-adults. Active-adult communities usually have more amenities than non active-adult communities and often have resident age requirements…
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases and decisions you will make. Jumping in without doing your homework and preparing can cost you money. Go over this check list to make sure you are getting the home you want and can afford…
Fires can be caused from not properly extinguishing cigarettes, overloaded electrical sockets, leaving food that is cooking unattended, sparks from wood burning in the fireplace, and faulty electrical appliances…
A Comprehensive Guide to Your Final Walk Through by: Tim Vargas Buying a new home is one of the most important investments you will make, and you need to make sure there are no unexpected surprises when you move-in. As your closing date approaches, you will do a “Final Walk Through”. Often times, many people … Read more
Many home sellers quite frequently ask, “What will a home inspector be looking for in my home and how can I be more organized for the home buyer’s inspection?” Informed sellers can make the home inspection process easier and faster…
For all of us, it’s important that we can comfortably afford our new home. So how can you determine how much home you can afford and how do lenders determine how much home you can afford?
Did you know that as a homeowner you are entitled to deduct interest expenses on your original loan (up to $1 million)? You can also deduct interest expenses on: a second home loan (up to $100,000), on home equity indebtedness (up to $100,000); regardless of how you choose to use the funds…