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There is always some level of elation that comes with inheriting a property. It can also come with a lot of emotions: inherited houses or property can be very valuable to you and your family. At the same time, it also comes with the prospect of several daunting financial decisions. These decisions, in the wake […]

Foreclosure is a negative occurrence on your credit card history that can perpetually reduce your credit score, applications for loans, for some years. Foreclosure, however, occurs when a mortgage lender takes possession of the property of a loan debtor, who fails to keep up with his/her loan servicing after a particular period of time – […]

The economy collapse of 2008 coincided with the mortgage downfall of 2009; however, it was not as financially ruinous and widespread as what the preventive measure lockdown of Covid-19 is currently heaping on the economy. The consequences of this public health crisis have led to furloughing in some key economy sectors, to outright downsizing in […]

There are several reasons why people make the final decision to sell a house they once considered their home. These reasons could be as simple as wanting to relocate, inheriting an unwanted property, relocating to a new space, repairs you can’t pay for. It can also be  as complicated as divorce, avoiding foreclosure, little equity, […]

Many people these days are waiting to get married and start a family. But what happens if you’re ready to purchase a home? Here are 5 tips to make sure you get the home of your dreams. Consider the future Buying a home when you’re single doesn’t mean you should get a one-bedroom, one-bathroom house and be […]

Summer is here! With the rise of outdoor temperatures, home interiors can get hot as well. While it is normal to want to max out the AC on the sweltering days, most people are stuck with the resulting rise in their summer energy bill. There are other ways to combat the heat. Here are 6 […]

Selling your house can be a big undertaking, especially without a real estate agent to guide you. One of the things you can do to dramatically increase interest in your home is to throw an open house. Open houses provide an opportunity to show off the property you’ve prepared for potential buyers. A successful open […]

With Winter’s exit, warmer weather is here signaling the beginning of the seasonal storm season. Any powerful storm could spawn a Tornado of varying strength. The peak tornado season is between late spring and early summer but with the right circumstances a Tornado can spawn anytime. What can you do to prepare your home if […]

The arrival of spring means a time for renewal. The season means pulling out your warm-weather wardrobe and tackling spring cleaning. But maybe you have a bigger project on your to-do list: buying a new home. Before you start on your home-shopping journey, here are a few tips to help save you both time and […]

Spring has arrived! The trees and flowers are beginning to bloom and soon it will be summer. And with the cool days and warm weather, it’s time to get your home ready for the season. Where should you start? Here are a few tips to help you during the transition and prepare your home for […]