In some homes, garages are used only for car storage. They may appear to be bare and without real functional use for homeowners. However, other garages may be an envy of the neighborhood - they may have floor to ceiling shelving systems, an...
The internet has changed how many people shop for a home and one of the most important issues that people will face is whether to fill out a home loan application online or offline.
While there is something to be said for going to the lo...
Last week’s economic news included readings on housing market conditions, housing starts, building permits issued, and consumer sentiment. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and jobless claims were also released.
National Association of...
those interested in making their home an attractive option for buyers. Nowhere is this more evident than for homeowners who were former smokers.
While it's truly commendable to quit smoking, removing the smell of smoke from a home ca...
Did you know that dry rot is ironically created from having too much moisture come in contact with wood?
The fact is many homeowners are unaware that dry rot is even setting in, so the first step toward prevention is being able to diagno...
Homes are more than just a building. They are filled with memories of children taking their first steps, holidays that were celebrated with family members and friends, and Super Bowl parties filled with smiles and cheers. These memories are pri...
When making plans for a fun-filled vacation, you shouldn't forget implementing certain home security measures to ward off thieves. Nobody wants to return home only to find that intruders had ransacked the residence from top to bottom. If you're...
Whether this is your first big purchase, or your family is moving to a new location or looking for more space, buying a home has its share of ups and downs.
It's perfectly normal to feel anxious about whether or not you've found the righ...
While businesses have fallen on hard times during the past few months, there are signs that the economy is going to start to recover quickly. This could mean that homebuyers are entering the market again as well.
With summer being a hist...
Whether you happen to be a painting pro or you've never dared to pick up a roller, there are a few tricks of the trade that professionals use to make a paint job look its best. If you want to take an old, outdated paint job and turn it into...