The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in household gadgets is "gigantic," reported by Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos. Speaking to the Code conference here, Bezos, whose company has a hit on its hand together with the Echo connected speaker, said, "It's hard to ... » Learn More about Smart homes? Wait until you see this
4 Things to Ponder Before purchasing a Cabin
Is the call of the great outdoors getting louder? A cabin in the mountains, on the lake or in the serene middle-of-nowhere can be a great place to get away to. Before you begin shopping, here are some points to consider. 4 Things to Ponder Before purchasing a Cabin 1. Are you able to afford ... » Learn More about 4 Things to Ponder Before purchasing a Cabin
Is the FHA on the verge of cutting mortgage insurance premiums again?
Early this past year, the Obama Administration shook up the housing world when it ordered the Federal Housing Administration to cut its annual mortgage insurance premiums by 50 basis points, from 1.35% to 0.85%. The effects of the cut was widespread and significant, as the FHA’s mortgage insurance ... » Learn More about Is the FHA on the verge of cutting mortgage insurance premiums again?
June Home Maintenance Checklist
June marks the start of summer, making it a perfect time to take care of those nagging home cleaning and repair chores prior to the heat becomes too much. This month’s home maintenance to-do list includes cleaning chores-from grills and ceiling fans to dryer vents and removing mold-along with simple ... » Learn More about June Home Maintenance Checklist
Moving Day 7 things to keep in mind
After months of touring homes, playing phone tag with your mortgage lender and researching school districts, you’ve finally closed on a house. Congratulations! Now the hard part begins. Moving day is always a pain in the neck (and back), but if you plan ahead and stay organized you can certainly ... » Learn More about Moving Day 7 things to keep in mind