American homeowners are doing something surprising: Despite record levels of home equity available - approximately $1.5 trillion worth - they are using it less via home equity lines of credit and cash-out refinancings. Recession lesson: Less homeowners using home equity Are ... » Learn More about Less homeowners using home equity
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A Strategy for First-Time Home-buyers
If you’re a first-time home-buyer who has succeeded in saving enough for a down payment on your very first home - congratulations! You did your homework prior to starting your home search and realized you don’t need 20% for a down payment on your first home. You’ve tackled one of the hardest ... » Learn More about A Strategy for First-Time Home-buyers
Spring Maintenance Suggestions
Those cold winter days and long nights have been hard but not just on you and your family, but on your home too. Spring is the ideal time to tackle some maintenance and repair projects that's going to prepare your house for warm weather. By doing so, you will make your home more comfortable and ... » Learn More about Spring Maintenance Suggestions
Making most of Space in a tiny Kitchen
Small kitchens can certainly be a challenge. Make use of these ideas to set up a kitchen that lets your inner chef shine. Many homes include kitchens that are less than ideal. The lighting could be terrible, the appliances old, the floors grimy … and counter space? Well, that’s a nice ... » Learn More about Making most of Space in a tiny Kitchen
3 Home Exteriors to pay attention to
Architectural styles are getting mixed up in home exteriors, but a few trends are emerging. A recent article on Houzz, a home remodeling site, highlights a few of the biggest trends in home exteriors, based on the most preferred exterior photos uploaded to the site so far this year. 3 Home ... » Learn More about 3 Home Exteriors to pay attention to