22 Steps to Hosting the Perfect Open House
An open house is a huge opportunity for anyone hoping to sell â but you can't just throw open the doors of your home as-is and expect great results. Before you get ready to open your house up to the...
12 (Affordable!) Decorative Items to Buy Before You Sell Your House
Assuming youâve done the deep cleaning and decluttering, consider adding these items to your shopping list as youâre preparing to stage your home.
17 Things Buyers Should Check On Final Walk-Through
The house is almost yours! It can be tempting to spend the time set aside for the walk-through mentally planning where you'll place your furniture â but there are some things you should make time to check.
The Hidden Costs of Owning a Vacation Home
Who doesn't love the idea of collecting rent on a home in a beautiful vacation-friendly location -- and visiting for free when there aren't any guests? It's a lovely concept, but there are several "hidden"...
The First-Time Buyerâs Guide to Choosing the Perfect Property
Daydreaming about owning your own home is one of the most intoxicating practices known to modern man, especially now that HGTV is a thing. But when the time comes to actually put your money where your daydream...
17 Tips For Winterizing Your Home
Winterizing your house might seem complicated, especially if you've never done it before. Follow these tips to be ready for snow, sleet, or hail before you know it (or at least before it actually arrives).
11 Ways to Maximize a Small Living Space
This would be really cool as a cross-section of a room or tiny house with some different areas highlighted or called out.
18 Secrets No One Tells You About Buying A House
You don't need to put 20% downThese lenders offer low-down-payment or no-down-payment options:VA loans: 0% down* USDA loans: 0% downFHA loan: 3.5% downSome conventional loans: 3% down