If you’re renovating a kitchen, then there are many questions you need to ask yourself. In particular, you should be putting thought into the island that you install — or decide not to install, in some cases. If you have a smaller kitchen, for instance, it may be best to stay away from an island,…
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As home flipping becomes increasingly popular, so does the concept of flipping a historical home. However, although the idea can be enticing, it’s important to stay realistic. Historical homes often come with their fair share of complications, especially if they haven’t been lived in or maintained for a number of years. Interested in flipping a…
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Have you considered waiting until spring to list your home? Although spring is a great time of year to enter the housing market, you could still benefit from listing your home during the winter months. For one, inventory is low this time of the year. This means that homes are more likely to sell quickly.…
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Have you heard the term “quitclaim” recently, but aren’t sure what it means? If you’re currently transferring property to your spouse or a family member, you’ve probably heard a lot about quitclaim deeds. Quitclaim deeds allow ownership of a property to be quickly and efficiently transferred, without the home needing to be sold. There isn’t…
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When you’re buying a home, you often need to purchase various kinds of insurance — this, of course, includes title insurance. If someone else attempts to claim ownership over your new home, title insurance can protect you. On the fence about whether purchasing title insurance is actually worth it? In that case, let’s look at…
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If you’ve never been involved in the house building process, then you might not know how long it can actually take, on average. But if you’re interested in buying a plot of land and building a home, this is important information to become aware of. When labor conditions are good and there are no supply…
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Have you recently raked the leaves in your yard? Even if you have, there’s still a chance you’ve been making some common mistakes. For instance, make sure you’re using the right type of rake to get the job done. When you opt for a narrow metal rake, it will be more difficult to gather large…
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The housing market has gone through some memorable changes throughout 2020 and 2021. Most notably, housing prices have reached record highs. This was due, in part, to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Mortgage rates have also been at a record low and fewer homes have been available. However, as we enter 2022, what changes…
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