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5 Places in the United States to Invest in a Vacation Home
There are plenty of compelling reasons to invest in a vacation home. There are personal reasons of course, but there can also be financial advantages. If you’re a first-time real estate investor...
6 Top Tips for Selling a Home in the Winter
Most homes hit the real estate market in the spring or summer, which is often considered the best time to sell a house. Homeowners try to use the curb appeal of flowering plants and lush, green...
How to Read a Home Insurance Quote: 3 Factors to Consider
Home insurance is an essential part of buying a house. However, many homebuyers end up feeling so overwhelmed by the buying and closing process that they simply accept whichever home insurance...
Do I Need Flood Insurance For My House?
The most common questions that buyers ask when they shop for home insurance coverage are: Do I need flood insurance for my house? Should I get flood insurance if I’m not in a flood zone? Does...
5 Tips for Selling Your Home During the Holidays
Selling your home during the holidays might not feel ideal, but you may need to do it for one reason or another. There are actually some pros and cons to having your home on the market during the...
How to Refresh Without a Renovation
It’s officially the holiday season, which might mean you’re hosting friends and family. In the spirit of the season, you may want to update and refresh your home without the time and financial...
Making It Work: Tips for Long-Distance House-Hunting
Long-distance—just the phrase might make you feel apprehensive. It’s not just long-distance relationships that get a bad reputation. Long-distance house-hunting is challenging in so many ways. When...
7 Decorating Trends that Deserve to Resurface
Decorating is a fickle thing. One moment, something’s all the rage, and the next, it’s an instant sign of a dated home. Sometimes, however, as is the case with fashion there are decorating and...
Don’t Overdo It: Steps to Make Sure You Don’t Over-Improve Your Home
Whether your home is currently on the market, or you’re thinking about putting it up for sale soon, you may want to make some improvements. Improvements can be a good thing, but you have to balance...