The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is scheduled to expire Friday night if Congress doesn't act, a lapse which may roil real estate markets and inject uncertainty into the lives of homeowners in flood-prone areas. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are eyeing a short lived, two-week extension of ... » Learn More about Have to have flood insurance? Procedure could actually become challenging
Home Ownership
June Home Sales Decline
Months of constricted inventory along with a stable gain in year-over-year price increases resulted in a recipe for seller’s delight in recent months. However for home-buyers, tight housing markets can mean increased competition (and some headaches!). Trends continue to show a move toward a more ... » Learn More about June Home Sales Decline
Comprehensive Guide on Polyvinyl Chloride ( PVC )
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC or Vinyl) is an economical and versatile thermoplastic polymer widely used in building and construction industry to produce door and window profiles, pipes (drinking and wastewater), wire and cable insulation, medical devices etc. It is the world’s third largest thermoplastic ... » Learn More about Comprehensive Guide on Polyvinyl Chloride ( PVC )
The RE/MAX Balloon – Then & Now
Today it's perhaps the most recognized corporate symbols around the world. However the first time a drawing of a red, white and blue hot air balloon was proposed to be the RE/MAX logo by two franchisees in 1977, it was actually rejected. They were allowed, however, to purchase a balloon for special ... » Learn More about The RE/MAX Balloon – Then & Now
8 Tools Each Homeowner Must Have
Every home eventually requires maintenance. Some of that maintenance won't have to set you back a small fortune if you should keep some basic tools around the house. Below are some helpful tools you can keep on hand. 8 Tools Each Homeowner Must Have Screwdrivers Ensure you ... » Learn More about 8 Tools Each Homeowner Must Have