Linda Lu, Realtor

03/04/2019

Pursue financing options before you start looking at houses.

Finding the right house is only half the battle. The other half is choosing the best type of mortgage. Learn how to pick a mortgage based on your needs.

03/02/2019

Here are a few creative ways to get a tailored headboard look without the traditional material.

Try these design moves — rounded up from this week’s stories — to add interest, comfort and a bit of fun to your bedroom.

03/01/2019

Bringing in more is a great way to add flexibility to your budget.

Here are some things you can try when you need to cut your budget even more than you already have.

02/27/2019

Be sure to have strict lease terms if you are a long-distance .

Are you managing a rental property from a distance? Here are 10 tips to help make your landlording job easier.

02/25/2019

Researching nearby properties in your area can help you net the best price on your home.

Here are 10 things you can start investigating to ensure your homebuying experience doesn’t come with a lot of surprises.

02/23/2019

Using the right tools to install recessed lighting is essential to pulling off the project.

Understand the advantages that properly and thoughtfully installed recessed lighting has over lamps and hardwired fixtures.

02/22/2019

HELOCS are different from home equity in that they have an adjustable rate.

Learn how to qualify for, shop for and negotiate the lowest possible rates for a HELOC. Also learn how introductory rate periods work and how to project your future payments when rates change.

02/20/2019

Pops of light blue break up the white color scheme in this kitchen space.

Adding a new structure to an old home is always a task that demands both care and precision.

02/18/2019

In some cases, valves might be the cause of shower pressure problems.

Low or declining shower pressure may be a frustrating situation. Fortunately, most of the causes of low shower pressure can be fixed quickly, easily and without a lot of personal expertise.

02/16/2019

A month of cash-only purchases can go a long way in helping to get your spending under control.

If you are struggling to stay within your budget, it might be a good time to try the 30-day cash challenge to get spending under control.

02/15/2019

Need an accent color for a warm colored room? Try adding some white or black .

The side of the color wheel that is comprised of reds, yellows, oranges and yellow-greens, along with various other combinations of these colors, are typically referred to as the warm colors.

02/14/2019

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