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If you’re looking for a rock-solid investment, how about this house in Portugal? Situated between two giant boulders, the house walls are formed of mortared masonry, and the living area is covered by concrete tile roofing. Fireproof, windproof, and impervious to insects, a house like this might qualify you for lower homeowners insurance rates. Credit: […]
Vacuum while your thermostat is set to “fan on.” This helps filter dust that gets kicked-up while cleaning. Just leave the fan on for about 15 minutes after you finish vacuuming and switch it back to “auto” afterward. HVAC blowers aren’t intended to run all the time.
After several consecutive months of increases, existing-home sales dropped in August while home prices also showed signs of moderating, according to the National Association of REALTORS® latest home sales report. All four regions across the country saw a dip in sales.
Today! Oct. 8. That’s the best date to close on a home at a bargain price, according to a new study by RealtyTrac. On average, buyers have purchased 10.8 percent below estimated market value on this date for the last 15 years, the study shows. The next best buying dates for house hunters are Nov. […]
The American Association of Insurance Services created the cosmetic damage exclusion in 2013 – available in nearly all states – that aims at protecting consumers from scammers and tries keep home insurance rates more affordable. It makes cosmetic damage coverage optional. Home owners can then decide if they want to pay for cosmetic-only wind and […]
New mortgage rules just rolled out Saturday and they’re expected to have sweeping changes on real estate closings. Starting on Oct. 3, the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure rule went into effect, which will merge the HUD-1 Settlement Statement, the Good Faith Estimate, and the Truth-in-Lending disclosure form into two new closing forms: a Loan Estimate and […]
1-Stow your mower 2-Store and disconnect hoses and turn off outside faucets 3-Drain and turn off sprinkler system 4-Seal cracks around doors and windows 5-Clean gutters 6-Inspect your roof 7-Direct drainage away from your house 8-Service your furnace 9-Prune plants 10-Look up chimney for blockages; check damper is working Enjoy Fall
White is the most marketable color. You’ll always find it atop the National Kitchen and Bath Association’s annual survey of most popular kitchen colors. It simply doesn’t go out of style. White’s mojo: Throughout history, it’s been associated with happiness, purity (think Snow White), and new beginnings. It’s a bright color that reflects light and […]
Existing Home Pros: 1-More character, individuality and history 2-Initial problems like unsealed windows have been resolved Existing Home Con: 1-Risk of hazards like asbestos or faulty plumbing New Home Pro: 1-Constructed using new, safer building codes 2-Finishes and upgrades customized to your taste 3-Move-in ready New Home Con: 1-It is easy to overspend on upgrades
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