Valuable information for buyers and sellers. Home prices are going up. In fact, in the fourth quarter of 2012, the national median home price showed the strongest year-over-year increase in seven years, according to the latest quarterly report by the National Association of Realtors. This is the new market, and everyone involved in a real […]

 Valuable information for buyers and sellers. Owning a home invokes more than a sense of pride and freedom. It is also a long-term investment opportunity. With tax season here, it is a great time to speak to your tax advisor about the tax advantages associated with homeownership. Some of the items you should plan to […]

  According to Remodeling magazine’s 2013 “Cost vs. Value Report,” Realtors consider exterior home improvement projects among the most valuable. In fact, a majority of the Top 10 projects in terms of value recouped at resale are exterior replacement projects. This makes sense given the importance of curb appeal in attracting homebuyers. Based on interviews with real […]

  Especially in colder climates, a fireplace is a valued feature within a home. Not only does a fireplace provide warmth on a cold winter’s day, but it can also create a warmer environment and add dimension to a room. For homeowners who would like to install a fireplace, there are many options, ranging from […]

As the new year began, the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives were busy passing legislation to avert the so-called “fiscal cliff” with a bill that is quite favorable toward the housing industry. This is great news for those in the market to buy and/or sell a home. An outline of the bill’s real estate […]

  The new year provides an opportunity to start fresh and develop goals and resolutions for the coming year. Some people strive toward financial aspirations or a professional achievement, while others might choose to pursue a lifelong goal, such as owning a home. If 2013 is the year to achieve your dream of homeownership, the […]

‘Tis the season, and one might think the last thing on anyone’s mind is to buy a house during the holidays. In fact, it’s a great time to sell a home, especially this year as consumers look to take advantage of low interest rates. In general, buyers tend to be more serious and have extra […]

 Valuable information for buyers and sellers. Decorating their home for the holiday season is a time-honored tradition for many families, and also provides the opportunity to make lifelong memories. Sellers with their home on the market during the holiday season may feel the need to give up their holiday traditions. However, quite the opposite is true: Sellers […]

 Valuable information for buyers and sellers. As cold weather descends, thoughts of cozy evenings in front of a fire fill people’s heads. While a fire provides warmth and comfort, before using your wood-burning or gas fireplace for the first time this season, it’s important to make sure that it is clean and working properly. The […]

  Hurricane Sandy is targeting the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast coasts and may bring high wind, heavy rain, extreme tides and possibly even snow to a wide geographical area up and down the East Coast. As the storm approaches, it is important to think ahead about the things you can do to help protect yourself and your home. If you have […]