Are you buying your first home? Congratulations on this important milestone. While buying a home is exciting, it is essential to remember there are certain prerequisites to purchasing a new home. | A home inspection can reveal hidden issues... (Read More)

Does your home have a laundry room? Energy-efficient appliances? A walk-in pantry? A patio or front porch? These are just some of the features home buyers want most, according to surveys conducted by the National Association of Home Builders. Also... (Read More)

There's nothing quite like a meal cooked on a barbecue grill. Yet according to the National Fire Protection Association, more than 10,000 home fires nationwide each year are caused by grilling mishaps. Your grilling techniques may be superb, but... (Read More)

If you've recently made a home purchase, you want to do everything possible to protect your home from damage. One source of damage to your home and property is flooding. You don't have to live in a flood zone to experience flood damage. Flooding is... (Read More)

You've been waiting years to buy a new home and the time has finally arrived! While you are excited, you may have some concerns if your new home will live up to your expectations. Here are some thing to consider when deciding on a new home... (Read More)

Buying a home is a big deal. There are so many things to consider, from what kind of neighborhood you want to live into the number of rooms you'll need and the amenities that will make you feel right at home. But what about the actual house? What... (Read More)

If you are financing a new home with a lender, most banks or other types of lenders will require you to have homeowners insurance in place before you close on your home. Homeowners insurance protects the lender's interest in case something happens... (Read More)

After the home inspection passes with flying colors and you begin enjoying your new home worry-free, the last thing you would expect is to file an insurance claim. Sadly, this is not always the case, and preparation is important. A home inventory... (Read More)

If you are buying a home, at some point in the process, you'll have a home inspection completed. The home inspection can detect specific flaws that may prevent you from buying a home or give you some wiggle room to negotiate on pricing. Two... (Read More)

Ready to make a move? Finding the right property can be a daunting task. In addition to selecting a design and a floor plan that you like, you also have to think about the condition the home is in. Although it might be tempting to sign a mortgage... (Read More)