Inflation may very well be in check, however the lack of inventory around the country is fueling a sharp increase in housing costs. There is absolutely no inflation, says the federal government. The consumer price index rose by only 0.4 percent in 2015 so there will not be any cost-of-living ... » Learn More about Troubling News. The Lack of Homes in the US
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6 massive pricing mistakes homesellers really should avoid
So you have decided to sell your home. You have a number of decisions to make, like hiring an agent - homesellers need someone who will be honest with them to actually sell the house, as well as for things like creating a marketing campaign and deciding how to stage the home. But the most important ... » Learn More about 6 massive pricing mistakes homesellers really should avoid
Bad Home Improvement Habits
Home owners can overdo it when it comes to the maintenance with their home. This Old House recently spotlighted a number of ways that home owners’ enthusiasm for home ownership could actually harm your home. Bad Home Improvement Habits 1. Having light bulbs which are too bright. You will want ... » Learn More about Bad Home Improvement Habits
Staging Decisions – 8 Shockingly Bad ones
Real estate is an intensely personal experience for many buyers and sellers. After all, a home, at its core, is a personal expression of a homeowner’s entire life wrapped inside four small (okay, sometimes not so small) walls. And while, ultimately, buyers should be more focused on the bones of the ... » Learn More about Staging Decisions – 8 Shockingly Bad ones
Household Items Tips on how to Safely Dispose
How to toss or recycle household materials in need of special treatment. Note: You should definitely check your local laws before proceeding. Household Items Tips on how to Safely Dispose Wood Local recycling centers can chip untreated lumber to be used in compost, mulch, or particleboard; ... » Learn More about Household Items Tips on how to Safely Dispose