It’s safe to say we all know what would hinder us from buying a home. If we were to harness those ideas and think about what would prevent us from buying a house, we can begin to make a list of what will factor into the resale value of our ...
It’s safe to say we all know what would hinder us from buying a home. If we were to harness those ideas and think about what would prevent us from buying a house, we can begin to make a list of what will factor into the resale value of our ...
One of the basic steps of purchasing a new home is figuring out how much you are able to spend. Before you can do all the fun parts like searching for and viewing homes, you have to go through some financial steps to get an idea of your price range ...
As many adults reach retirement age some begin to ask the question, “Should I downsize my house?” There are many good reasons to downsize, but it’s not for everyone. If you’re considering downsizing, ask yourself the following questions to help determine if it’s the right move for you ...
Some homebuyers are fortunate enough to be able to buy homes with cash. For the rest of us, we must acquire home loans. There are many different types of home loans and there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to selecting one. Your needs and situation will dictate which loan will ...
There’s a new trend taking the spotlight in the home-makers world: tiny houses. Along with the Do-It-Yourself revolution, comes this fascination with creating fully functional, yet very small homes. While it’s surely exciting, this movement tends ...
If you are building or remodeling a home, one of the many decisions you will make is which type of roofing material to apply. Similarly, when looking to buy a home, it is important to note the type of roofing in each of your options. Not only is the roof ...
Tax time is here. Time to start gathering W2s and contact your accountant. As you’re gathering tax documents, keep in mind you may be able to claim deductions because you own a home. We’ve gathered 5 articles that cover typical tax deductions for homeowners and how to use them.
View MoreWhen most people move into a new home, the expectation is that there will be no major repairs to make. No leaky pipes to replace or busted furnaces to fix. Unfortunately these things do happen from time to time and new homeowners can be stuck with a hefty repair bill ...
View MoreIt’s not official, but winter is on its way here in central Indiana. Much like any other season in Indiana, you never know exactly what you’ll get. One thing is for certain, it’s going to get cold and it’s going to get windy. These cold and windy conditions can do ...
View MoreWhat is a homeowners association (HOA)? That’s a good question! According to Wikipedia, “a homeowner association is a corporation formed by a real estate developer for the purpose of marketing, managing, and selling of homes and lots in a residential subdivision.” If you’re considering living in an HOA, you’re ...