VA No-No Mortgage – What Veterans Need to Know Before Buying a Home
Veterans benefit greatly from Veteran Affairs (VA) when buying a home. One of the biggest challenges to homebuyers who are not veterans is paying the…
Monthly Archives: December, 2015
How to Decorate with White
2016 is almost here and with its’ approach paint companies are announcing their upcoming colors of the year. This year Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams and…
10 Ways to Speed Up the Process of Finding the Perfect Home
Many people believe all they need to do is call a Realtor and they will have a house in no time. While this does happen…
Simple Home Fixes You Can Do Yourself
The first time I replaced a chandelier I hired an electrician who charged $300. I am a firm believer in hiring professionals for complicated jobs,…
The Power of Home Equity Explained by Freddie Mac
Freddie Mac makes it possible for the U.S. housing market to flourish. It basically purchases loans from lenders to help them have the funds available…
Brace Yourselves: 2016 Home Sales Expected to Increase
The housing market is improving slowly but surely, and 2016 is going to be an exciting year for home sales. It is expected that next…
Why We Love Kilim Rugs: And Where You Can Find Them… Cheap
In a small house in a Turkish village, a young girl sits in front of a loom weaving woolen threads to create a kilim rug.…
The Worst Thing You Can Do After Getting Into a Contract
Many people think the worst thing you can do after getting into a contract is to back out of it. While that can result in…
Should You Use a Realtor to Sell Your Home?
If you’re considering selling your home without a Realtor, you probably want to save some money. You know you have to pay a portion of…
Five Furniture Terms That Will Make You Sound Like an Expert
Ever hear a friend refer to her torchiére or bergére chair and been too embarrassed to ask just what the heck they are talking about?…