No homeowner wants to think about their home being damaged by a natural disaster, fire, or flood. But these things happen, and homeowners must be prepared with adequate home insurance. According to Quadrant Information Services, in 2024, the average... (Read More)

Buying your first home is an exciting process. It’s fun to view houses, research neighborhoods and dream about how to turn a house into a home that fits your life. But as many new homeowners can tell you, it’s also a challenging process. It’s... (Read More)

When it comes to myths, most of us can easily dismiss tales of the Loch Ness Monster or alligators in the sewer as pure fiction. But in the world of real estate, some myths and misconceptions are so widespread that they can keep potential homebuyers... (Read More)

It can be difficult for homeowners to maintain their homes. Even if they keep up with essential maintenance and repairs, their homes will deteriorate over time, which may necessitate more costly renovations down the line. For example, a typical... (Read More)

Identity theft is a fast-growing type of crime. Are you doing enough to protect yourself? Here are some simple yet effective ways to help prevent someone from stealing your personal information. Carry as little information as possible with you... (Read More)

For years, the conventional wisdom in real estate was to start with an older, more affordable house as your 'starter home.' The idea was to build equity in a less expensive property and then trade up to a more expensive home later. However, with the... (Read More)

Owning a home is expensive, but homeowners have an advantage that renters don't when paying their taxes. You can write off different house expenses in many ways to reduce your tax burden. Here are four main tax deductions to keep in... (Read More)

Do you remember the dread of handing your report card to your parents when you knew it wouldn’t be good? You may have sat there hoping your final grade would magically improve before they opened it up. But, sadly, it didn't, and you were left to... (Read More)

Spring and summer are typically the busiest seasons in real estate. When moving, buyers and sellers like to take advantage of the warmer weather and school breaks. But this year, the market is in a state of flux. Mortgage rates remain high, housing... (Read More)

Saving up for a down payment on a home is a big task. It isn't easy, especially if you intend to buy with a complete 20% or more down payment to avoid additional mortgage insurance costs. But your down payment shouldn't be the only money you're... (Read More)