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Contrary to popular belief, a short sale is different from selling your home quickly. The “short” in short sale refers to money (the fact that you are selling your home for an amount that’s short of the debt you owe), not time. This is commonly known as an ‘underwater’ mortgage. The term hit the headlines […]

For most people, a mortgage is the most expensive and longest lasting contract that they will ever sign. And it comes with a certain sense of finality to it. We’re telling ourselves that this is it. This is where we have decided to buy, where we are going to put down roots, where the next […]

To buy or not to buy, that is the question. And in today’s market, it isn’t necessarily an easy question to answer. When it comes to investing in real estate, many professionals recommend getting into the market as soon as possible and finding ways to increase the value of the property. However, that’s not the […]

You’ve closed on your new home, unpacked your belongings and breathed a sigh of relief. Now it’s time to look outside and turn your attention to the landscaping. If you’re lucky, you purchased a home that was once owned by a master gardener. However, you are not, and now you’re trying to figure out how […]

Most Americans are familiar with the sky-high costs of housing in places like New York City or Seattle, Washington, but the fact of the matter is housing affordability is becoming a problem in many areas of the country. Many of the worst areas for housing affordability are cities and communities where wealthy vacationers spend their […]

Thinking of buying a pre-construction home? Make sure you know exactlywhat you’re getting into before taking the plunge. From the developer’s history to locking in mortgage rates, here are some of my top things you need to know before buying (and falling in love with) a pre-construction property. Be Aware of Developer History It’s easy […]

At this point all I know is that our environment is in danger. But for many of us, the question of how we can help with our already hectic schedules is one that keeps popping up. I’m not talking about getting out and volunteering at an even (which is amazing) but small things that you […]

Having a good roof over your head just makes sense. It not only protects your home, but the investment even increases your resale value and offers you savings month-to-month over other roofing systems. Here are six reasons why: They’re Energy Efficient Metal is one of the most energy efficient roofing materials out there. Why? Metal […]

A basement renovation is one of the most popular projects that homeowners undertake. When done properly, a basement reno can add value to your home as well as add extra living space. Doing your homework and finding the right contractor is a must, but there are other things you might not be aware of when […]

When it comes to backyard styling, many interior designers take the same approach that they do any interior styling job. Let’s take your back deck for instance. The footprint can be considered the same as the footprint of an interior room. Here are some tips on how to bring big style to the outdoors: Measuring […]