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07/12/2022

Are you house shopping in the half-million-dollar-plus price range? Here’s what you need to know about jumbo loans for that big purchase.

If you’re in the market for a home with a hefty price tag — we’re talking a half-million dollars or more — it would be a good idea to study up on what’s known in the mortgage industry as a non-conforming jumbo loan. How a jumbo loan works. Homebuyers seeking a jumbo loan need to […]

07/10/2022

What exactly is a “senior move manager” and do I need to hire one? Here’s a helpful explanation of what these trained professionals do to help aging adults downsize and move.

For aging adults contemplating a major move, hiring a “senior move manager” might be a wise decision. A rapidly growing segment of the service industry, senior move managers are trained to help aging adults move to smaller homes or senior-care facilities. They have expert knowledge about the dec...

07/09/2022

Back to the books, already? A baker’s dozen tips to prepare your household for a successful new school year.

As back-to-school season looms, it’s time to start thinking about whipping your home into shape for another 10 months of rushed mornings, afternoons of carpooling, and homework-filled evenings. Just as teachers prep their classrooms, parents can inspire success with these 13 tweaks to the home-fro...

07/07/2022

Sixty percent of coffee drinkers report that they can’t start the day without a cup of Joe. Start your morning off right with the perfect coffee maker.

If you start your day with coffee, buying a new coffee maker is a major decision. With so many options, finding the best one to suit your needs can be tricky. Here’s what you need to know before you shop. Drip coffee makers brews larger quantities (4 to 12 cups) of coffee, so it’s a […]

07/05/2022

Buying a home for $1? The only catch is that you have to move it.

Under certain conditions you might consider having a house picked up from its foundation and moved to another location. When would this come into play and is it economically feasible? History in the moving. The historical significance of a house often plays a major role in whether it is considered f...

07/04/2022

Two of the signers of the Declaration of Independence later became President, and both died the same day, on the 50th anniversary of its signing. Who were those men?

Signers John Adams and Thomas Jefferson became the second and third U.S. presidents, respectively ,and in an odd twist of fate, each died on July 4, 1826, fifty years later.

07/03/2022

Don’t disappoint today’s online buyers. Professional grade pictures and video are crucial to clinching a real estate deal.

More than 80 percent of home shoppers start their searches online, so it makes sense that the first impression of your listing be delivered with top quality photos and videos.

07/02/2022

Is your yard full of uninvited guests? Here are four ways to keep pesky insects from ruining summer gatherings.

Long summer nights and backyard cookouts are hallmarks of a glorious season — minus those pesky bugs and mosquitoes, of course. Follow these simple steps to keep pests at bay without resorting to chemical treatments. Eliminate standing water. Flowerpots, recycling bins, an inflatable pool and a po...

06/30/2022

When hanging a large piece of artwork, you want it to be secure. Here’s a handy tutorial.

Hanging small pictures doesn’t require a lot of skill or heavy duty hangers. But anything weighing in at more than 10 pounds, and especially more than 25 pounds, requires hefty fasteners and much more caution. When hanging something heavy, it’s always preferable to locate a wall stud behind the ...

06/28/2022

Neighborhood tennis courts and swimming pools: a benefit or a drawback?

When you’re shopping for a new home, many planned developments offer tempting neighborhood amenities such as swimming pools and tennis courts. But before you dive in, read about the pros and cons. Pros. Living in a neighborhood with tennis courts and a swimming pool provides easy access to leisure...

06/26/2022

Abandoned houses can be like living through a horror movie for a home seller. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help yourself and the neighborhood.

An abandoned, decaying house in your neighborhood — also known as a ‘zombie’ house — could mean big trouble for you and your neighbors, especially if you’re planning to put your home on the market any time soon. How to recognize a zombie. Typically long abandoned, a zombie house may have b...