What you need to know about sewer line damage

What you need to know about sewer line damage

You don’t expect to have problems with a sewer line when you buy a home, but the truth is, not all problems with a home’s systems are visible at first glance. If you are buying a pre-owned home, you need to pay attention to these hidden problems to save yourself money...
Avoid unpleasant surprises at closing

Avoid unpleasant surprises at closing

Congratulations on buying your new home! The time has finally arrived to move into your new home and you are filled with excitement. However, you may also be filled with a little apprehension when you think about the mortgage loan closing. Understanding the fees...
Protect your new home with homeowners insurance

Protect your new home with homeowners insurance

Buying a home makes perfect financial sense, but it’s a big step and perhaps one of the largest financial investments of your lifetime. Any financial investment carries some risk, but there are precautions homeowners can take to reduce this risk and safeguard...
What are the health risks of mold?

What are the health risks of mold?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), mold can cause many adverse effects on your health. If you have uncontrolled mold growth in your home, you may experience coughing, wheezing, skin rashes, a sore throat, or burning eyes. People with...
Ways to save money on energy costs

Ways to save money on energy costs

The typical home spends more than $2200 a year on energy costs, according to data from ENERGY STAR®. Anything you can do to save on energy costs will mean more money to put toward those other items in your monthly budget. There are several options available for...
Getting ready for closing day

Getting ready for closing day

Ready to close on the purchase of your home? Congratulations! Closing day can be exciting — but also a bit overwhelming. Here are some of the things you can expect when you meet to finalize your home loan. A lot of signing and initialing. Carefully read your closing...
Getting ready for closing day

Getting ready for closing day

Ready to close on the purchase of your home? Congratulations! Closing day can be exciting — but also a bit overwhelming. Here are some of the things you can expect when you meet to finalize your home loan. A lot of signing and initialing. Carefully read your closing...