Natural gas is America’s most popular home-heating fuel because it is efficient, clean and reliable. Because of this, there is a high likelihood that the home you are considering purchasing has natural gas fixtures. When properly installed and routinely maintained gas fixtures, such as the clothes dryer, stove and furnace, are safe and trouble-free. However, […]
Spring Maintenance
Spring is best known for blooming flowers, warm sunshine and longer days. But, the arrival of spring also brings with it some key maintenance tasks all homeowners should tackle in order to prevent structural damage, save energy and keep their home’s systems running properly. Take some time in the coming weeks to closely examine your […]
Making Your Home More Marketable
As buyer activity increases due to today’s record affordability, sellers can benefit from making their home stand out from the competition. A properly cared for home not only attracts more interest from potential buyers, but your tender loving care may also increase your home’s value. If your home is for sale or you are considering […]
Home Ownership
Owning a home invokes more than a sense of pride and freedom. It is also a long-term investment opportunity. With tax season in full swing, it is a great time to speak to your tax advisor about the tax advantages associated with homeownership. Some of these benefits include: Reduce your taxable income: On your itemized […]
Why now is still a good time to sell your home…..
There is still another month of winter ahead, and the possibility of wintry weather for even longer. While it is not quite yet the traditional “spring market,” it is still a good time to sell a home as buyers look to take advantage of historically low mortgage rates. Sellers who have their homes on the market now, can benefit from […]
Purchasing a Vacation Home
If you have visions of long summer weekends at a country or beach house, now is the ideal time to purchase your second home. Not only do low mortgage rates and affordable prices provide amazing opportunities for vacation-home buyers, but those who buy now can close on their home in enough time to enjoy it […]
Marketing Your Home on the Internet
According to a 2010 National Association of Realtors survey, 89 percent of homebuyers used the Internet during their home search. As consumers continue to rely on the web as an important source of information, it is critical for home sellers to ensure their property receives significant exposure online. Here are some important points about marketing […]
How to manage Frozen Pipes
We are in the midst of one of the coldest, snowiest winters in history. While we know to bundle ourselves up to keep warm, many people forget to make sure their pipes stay warm as well. A pipe that bursts can cause significant damage, so homeowners should pay special attention to pipes that have frozen in […]
American Attitudes Toward Housing Today
A recent survey conducted by the National Association of Realtors showed that a substantial majority of both homeowners and current renters believe that owning a home is a smart decision over the long term. The American Attitudes About Homeownership survey of 3,793 adults found that even in today’s challenging economy, 95 percent of owners and […]
What Motivates Today’s Buyers
Findings from a Weichert, Realtors survey of more than 1,200 homebuyers who bought a house between July 1 and Dec. 31, 2010, were recently featured on the Wall Street Journal“Developments” blog. The key takeaway from the survey is that affordability — low interest rates and lower home prices — was the main motivating factor for those […]
