What is a Home Warranty?
Age is not your friend when it comes to the appliances and heating/cooling systems in your home. Over time, they fail. When it happens, you probably wish you could pass the problem…
Practical Advice For Homeowners
08
May
2017
2017
29
Mar
2017
2017
Boomers: How to Sell Your Home to Millennials
For years, baby boomers have been ditching their large suburban homes for the urban life. At the same time, many millennials are seeking the reverse: to leave behind small city apartments for a…
01
Nov
2016
2016
What to Do When Neighbors List Their Home For Sale
When a neighbor’s house goes on the market, there can be important implications for you. Here's what to do when neighbors list their home for sale. 1. Document important disclosure items As…
14
Sep
2016
2016
Do You Own the Air Rights Over Your Property?
In New York City, real estate developers can pay up to $300 per square foot for the "air rights" over a low-rise building. But what about people outside Manhattan? Do you own the…
05
Jan
2016
2016
Do You Need a Home Warranty?
Do you need a home warranty? If you're a first-time homeowner, you might. But there are reasons why other homeowners should consider a home warranty, too. Here's what you need to know.…
03
Nov
2015
2015
Add on to Your House or Buy New?
You love your home, its location, even your neighbors. But it's no longer big enough. What's next? Is it better to add on to your house or buy new? Here are some…
08
Jul
2015
2015
How to Anticipate Home Maintenance Costs
Many home buyers focus much of their attention on a home's purchase price or the interest rate of the loan. In reality, saving $10,000 on the overall purchase price or getting a 1/8-point…
25
Nov
2014
2014
Should You Rent or Sell Your House?
When it's time to move, should you rent or sell your house? Real estate is meant to be a long-term investment. Building equity and passive income are why so many people turn…
21
Nov
2014
2014
Should You Disclose a Death in Your House for Sale?
Homebuyers today, with access to so much information online, want to know as much as they can about a home's history before signing a contract. It's typical to disclose leaks and other known issues.…
14
Aug
2014
2014
Does an Outdoor Living Space Add Value to Your Home?
Does your outdoor living space add value when it’s time to sell your home? In many cases, yes. Here’s a look at the factors that can determine the value of your outdoor…
