As a first-time homeowner, there are certain home and maintenance-related tasks, to-do’s, and issues you just might not be aware of—and that’s never more true than in the winter months. But not handling those tasks can...
Although spring lawn care gets all the attention, fall lawn care is the make-it or break-it season for grass."I'm already thinking about next year," says John Dillon, who takes care of New York City's Central Park, which features...
A home inspection may feel like a final exam, but it's not quite so clear cut. Your inspector's report won't include a clear-cut A+ if a house is a keeper or an F if it's a money pit.What is included in a home inspection...
By: Jamie Wiebe
As a smart seller, you'll want your home in tip-top shape — but you don't want t...
Technology and good-old-fashioned creativity are helping agents, buyers, and sellers abide by COVID-19 health and safety practices whil...
Your house gives you so much: security, pride, shelter. With all that on the line, it’s easy to assume the costs of keeping it up just are what they are. But wait. There are plenty of expenses that are simply a waste.
Here’s h...
Buying a home when you have little money saved and a less-than-perfect credit score might seem like a pipe dream, but it’s not. In many cases, a Federal Housing Administration loan can help.
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It's no secret that finishing your basement will increase your home's value. What you may not know is the money you spend on this type of so-called capital improvement could also help lower your tax...
If you're a homeowner and your water heater hasn't gone out yet, just wait. They bust a seam or spring a leak or otherwise go on the fritz every 10 years, give or take. So you've got that to look forward to.Unexpected home repairs...