Teachers budgeting the historical norm for housing will have an easier time finding a home in some parts of California than in Salt Lake City or Portland, Ore., according to new Zillow research. Homes are cheaper in the middle of the country, but wages are lower, too, and people who live there are accustomed to… Read More
I was 11 when ‘It’s The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown’ debuted on TV screens all over America. Most kids my age were already familiar with Charlie Brown and with Christmas specials of every kind, but this was the first special for my favorite holiday, Halloween! Back then shows were on one time, just one night,… Read More
Since the invention of the electric bell ringer in 1831, Americans have relished the benefits of the ever-present doorbell to let them know someone’s calling. A new nationwide survey shows that no matter how long we have doorbells as fixtures on front doors, we still have very strong and personal reactions to hearing them ring…. Read More
October is a particularly great month to do your Real Estate shopping. Buyer competition is low and inventory is generally favorable. You’d likely be able to close before the holidays and Home Sellers would most certainly hope to do the same. In addition to October being a fantastic month to buy a home, there are… Read More
(BPT) – If you’re a homeowner with a passion for cooking, there’s likely one home amenity you covet above all others: a gourmet kitchen. But you don’t need a five-star restaurant budget to have a chef-worthy kitchen. All it takes are a few simple upgrades and coordinating design elements, say the experts at faucet manufacturer… Read More
I’ve noticed a slight loosening in Mortgage regulations lately. Several lenders I have worked with or am acquainted with, have been telling me about programs with lower credit score requirements and even smaller down payment options. This video explains a bit of what’s been going on. Additional Resources for Home Buyers A Heads Up… Read More
I know you hear it all the time, see it on home listings and in advertising… “This one won’t last long”, it’s nearly as cliché in the Real Estate industry as “Location, Location, Location”. I almost always avoid the clichés but here I am using them both. Location, Location, Location This one won’t last long! <iframe… Read More
We talk a lot on this site, about Veterans helping Veterans but today I’d like acknowledge Veterans helping children. I read a heart warming post today on the GoodNewsNetwork about a group of Marine Veterans who, in an awesome act of community service, post themselves on the roughest streets in Chicago every day to ensure… Read More
Landscaping is one of the most important ways to increase your property’s value quickly. In fact, a gorgeous landscape design can increase the value of your home by at least 5 to 11 percent—and maybe more. The best part about landscaping is that even though it’s one of the most valuable home improvements you can make, it’s… Read More
Most homeowners have experienced the irritation of dealing with low water pressure in the house at least once. Low water pressure makes simple daily activities, such as showering or washing your dishes, frustrating and time consuming, but finding the cause can be the most irksome aspect of this common plumbing problem. So what causes a… Read More
