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Posted on 03/15/2020

How your Landscaping can Help with Efficiency

Image by Tom from Shutterstock Energy efficiency isn’t just for the inside of your home. What you plant outside can affect the bottom line inside. Choosing the right trees, grasses, and shrubs can help. Location, location, location Well placed trees can help to reduce your heating and cooling bills. Trees can keep your home cooler in the summer...

Home Improvement

Efficiency

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Posted on 03/08/2020

Mortgage Options and Their Benefits

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay Most homebuyers take out a mortgage when they purchase a house, and there are several different types of mortgages to choose from. Here are some of the more common mortgage options and the benefits of each one. Conventional 30-Year Fixed Mortgages Perhaps the standard starting point for a mortgage is the conventional...

Loans

Home Loan

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Posted on 03/01/2020

How Much Money Do You Need to Sell a Residence?

Ultimately, the amount of money an individual requires during the home selling journey varies. If you intend to sell a house, it often is a good idea to plan ahead for any expenses you may encounter along the way. Because if you fail to account for potential house selling costs, you may struggle to seamlessly navigate the property selling...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 02/23/2020

Are You Ready to Hire a House Inspector?

If a seller accepts your offer to purchase his or her residence, it now may be time to schedule a house inspection. And if you have an expert home inspector at your side, you can get the information you need to determine whether to proceed with a house purchase. Ultimately, there are several factors to consider as you evaluate...

Home Inspection

How To Choose A Home Inspector Home Inspections

Posted on 02/16/2020

Get Your Ducks in a Row When Buying or Selling a Home

Whether you're looking to buy a house or sell one, a helpful saying to keep in mind is the one about recognizing a duck: "If it walks like a duck, quacks like a duck, and looks like a duck, then it's a duck!" As silly as that expression may be, there's a lot of wisdom in its message. The...

Mistakes To Avoid When Selling Your Home

Buying Mistakes

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Posted on 02/09/2020

Considering a Reverse Mortgage? Read This Before You Apply

Photo by Alexander Mils from Pexels If your wealth is tied up in your home, how can you free up some cash? A reverse mortgage is available to homeowners with mostly or fully paid-off mortgages. The monthly payments, which come from the lender to you, are not counted as taxable income. But there are mortgage taxes, and interest...

Home Equity Loans

Reverse Mortgage

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Posted on 02/02/2020

Pros and Cons of Living in Beautiful South Florida

Photo by Dimitris Vetsikas via Pixabay There’s nothing like the South Florida sun, right? The beauty of the water, sandy beaches and plenty of things to do. Those are just a few reasons why Miami continues to be a popular destination – not only to visit, but to live as well. People see all the storms and inclement...

Buying A Home

Florida Homes

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Posted on 01/26/2020

Managing Your Car Insurance During a Move

Image by Suphaksorn Thongwongboot from Shutterstock When relocating to a new home, you’ll need to plan to pack, hire movers, and to change your address with the post office but don’t forget to update your car insurance. If you’re moving to a new state or just to a new zip code, you will have to make some changes to...

Insurance

Relocating

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Posted on 01/19/2020

Is Home Repair Insurance Necessary?

Photo by: Caleb Woods via Unsplash Home repair insurance is an optional service agreement also known as a home warranty. It is put in place to save costs when there may be a need for repairs or replacement of any major system or household appliances. Often added as an incentive to sweeten a sale, a great home warranty...

Home Repair

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Posted on 01/12/2020

Why You Should Write An Offer Letter

If a seller is motivated and your offer is the only one that comes in on a home for sale, you may have an easy time getting the home of your dreams. If there are multiple offers on a property, it’s a different story. If there’s competition, it’s simple math that your odds in favor of you getting the...

Offer Letter

Posted on 01/05/2020

Getting the Most Out of Your Home's Green Upgrades

Photo by rawpixel via Pixabay Did you know buyers are willing to pay nearly 3.5 percent more for a home that features green or high-performance features? And while that may not sound like a lot, it factors out to be a whopping $8,750 for every $250,000. The key to getting the most for your green upgrades, however, lies...

Green Living

Home Impovements

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Posted on 12/29/2019

Things to Consider in the Immediate Aftermath of Your Home Flooding

Photo by Pete Linforth via Pixabay Floods can be devastating. Not only do they damage many of your personal belongings, but they can also lead to devastating problems with your home. The good news is, you can make the process easier by following a few steps in the immediate aftermath of a home flood. Contact Your Insurance Company...

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