The drama of home and garden TV shows may be fun to watch, but no matter what you think, reality shows are not at all like real life. If you think it's easy to buy a house that needs updating and turn it quickly for substantial profit, you might want to think again.  That doesn't necessarily … Continue reading Fix and Flip: Forget What You See on Television →

Like in a relationship, the foundation of a house is integral, and must be strong. There are many reasons why a house's foundation might crack or shift – including temperature variances in the soil surrounding it, since earth expands in heat and contracts in cold. But whatever the reason, there are certain steps to follow … Continue reading Foundation Problems Heres What to Do If Youre Worried About Your Homes Foundation →

As people hit their later years, the idea of freeing up cash flow for extra needs comes into vogue and has been considered by many. The typical financial tool that many retirees see themselves considering is a reverse mortgage, but it's not the only equity tool available.   The equity loan, or second mortgage, is … Continue reading Equity Loan and HELOC vs. Reverse Mortgage – What’s the Difference? →

Getting a home loan can be challenging. This is especially true nowadays since there’s a significant rise in the demand for housing.    However, this doesn’t mean you have to go away with a bad deal. It’s essential to get the best mortgage agreement possible. To help you with this, here are the three questions … Continue reading Three Questions to Ask When Getting a Home Loan →

Whether buying a new house or refinancing your older one, applying for a mortgage can be tricky. Securing a housing loan always demands a load of requirements, and it always comes with hidden fees. Aside from these problems, securing a mortgage can also be confusing. To help you with these, we’ll try to debunk the … Continue reading Debunking Three Mortgage Myths →

Whether the kids have moved out or you just aren't using the extra bedrooms, having a house that feels 'too big' is rarely fun. In today's post, we will share a few changes you can expect when you downsize from a large house to a smaller apartment or condo.   Why Downsize At All?   … Continue reading Downsizing Heres What You Can Expect When You Move From a House to a Condo →

When it comes to a property that's been financed with a mortgage, many homeowners can have a need to be elsewhere from time to time and see renting as a way to recover some of their costs when not using their home. And in some cases, some homeowner-landlords may decided its probably even more efficient … Continue reading Don’t Let A Renter Assume Your Mortgage Payment As A Landlord →

There’s perhaps no better indicator that we are living in the technology age than Smart gadgets infiltrating the kitchen. Whether they are little conveniences or big-ticket items, the chef in every home can benefit from the devices that help improve cooking, storage and food preparation. These are some of the next generation kitchen items that … Continue reading Check Out This Great Next Gen Kitchen Technology →

What are some of the most important factors that buyers take into consideration when looking for a new home? There are the obvious – things like price, square footage, location and lot size. Those are the basics. Other things that are often weighed are garage size, how updated the kitchen and baths are, and whether … Continue reading Buying A Home -Take Stock Of These Things →

Tax is one of the most constant things in the world–this includes property taxes. However, not everyone knows that certain tax exemptions and tax returns can reduce your property taxes.  The most important thing is that these property tax reductions should also reflect on your mortgage. If you’re looking for a legal way to reduce … Continue reading ​​Disputing Your Property Taxes to Lower Your Mortgage →