According to a recent HomeAdvisor research report, Americans spent on average $564-$2,260 to install a home automation system, with prices ranging as high as $15,000 to install a hard-wired system. While outfitting your home with a full suite of smart home technology can be pricey and intimidating, there are some smaller ways you can start […]
Kitchen Problems to Look for Before Buying a Fixer-Upper
A minor kitchen remodel, such as changing hardware, resurfacing cabinets and other minor improvements, can earn a high return on investment. It can help sell a home that can be difficult tounload, and help it command a higher price, making purchasing a fixer-upper home to flip worthwhile.Howdo you know if the kitchen-one of the most-used […]
Keep Your Kitchen Ready for Buyers
The kitchen is one of the busiest rooms in a house, yet it’s the room people will focus on most when shopping for a home. Keeping it presentable for showings while your home is on the market can be tricky. Here are some things you can do to keep your kitchen looking its best at […]
Choose Mortgage Over Rent and Own a Home
House prices come with a lot of digits, but that shouldn’t scare you away from buying a home. A mortgage-as opposed to rent-allows you to slowly purchase your home over time. So, instead of paying rent and helping somebody else pay their mortgage, why not invest in your own property?According to the InCharge Institute of […]
Make the Most of Your Fireplace
One feature that many people look for when buying a home is a fireplace, but not everyone understands what exactly goes into getting a nice fire roaring.Knowing the terms can help. For instance, the fireplace’s flue allows smoke to move through the chimney, and the damper is an opening you can adjust to control the […]
3 Ways to Keep Your Home Mold-Free
In addition to being unsightly, mold in your home can create numerous health problems, from breathing issues to skin irritations, fevers and more. Below are some tips for keeping your home mold-free.Treat topically. Homeowners often have their own mold-murdering solution they prefer. Whether you prefer vinegar, hydrogen peroxide or bleach, clean surfaces monthly to keep […]
Paying Off Your Mortgage in 15 Years vs. 30
Paying off your mortgage early and living mortgage-free so you can use the money for other things-such as travel and an early retirement-can sound like a pipe-dream that’s impossible to get to, but it doesn’t have to be.If you have a 30-year mortgage, there are a few ways to cut that time in half, or […]
5 Ways to Relieve Stress When Selling Your Home
With cleaning and packing up your things, worrying whether an offer will come through and thinking about leaving a home that has meant a lot to you over the years, the process of selling your home can be a stressful experience.Here are five tips to help you calm the anxieties that are often raised when […]
4 Ways to Turn Your Bedroom into a Good-Night’s-Sleep Enabler
Just because bedrooms are not usually the first thing people see when walking into a home, it doesn’t mean they’re not worthy of some love. There is no better investment than one which gives you peace of mind, and a well-equipped bedroom can give you even more than that. A good night’s sleep can take […]