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Market Madness [part 2]: Handling the Hassle of an Open House

May 21, 2013 by

My Place Last year, my wife and I put our home up for sale. It was our “five-year house” and we were... Read Full Story

How to Do a Final Walkthrough Before Closing on a House

My Place When the home buying process is nearly complete, many buyers start relaxing and focusing on other details, such as purchasing new... Read Full Story

Things To Know About Well Water Before You Buy a Home

March 26, 2013 by

My Place When you are thinking of buying a new home, there are many details to consider: Financing, the condition of the... Read Full Story

How to Approach Home Sellers About Repairs

My Place When looking for a new home, it’s important to see beyond paint colors and decor that may not be your taste and,... Read Full Story

5 Things to Consider Before Taking a Loan for Home Repairs

January 29, 2013 by

My Place The National Association of Home Builders reports that the Remodeling Market Index, an important indicator of remodeling robustness, climbed 5... Read Full Story

The “Am I Ready to Buy a House” Checklist

October 9, 2012 by

My Money, My Place If you’re considering buying your first home, you probably have a list of “must-have” features. It might be as simple... Read Full Story

Buying a Foreclosure: 5 Dos to Start Off on the Right Foot

September 24, 2012 by

My Place At first glance, foreclosed properties appear to be the kind of bargains you simply can’t pass up. For some, it’s... Read Full Story

How Does the Economy Affect Purchasing Decisions?

September 12, 2012 by

My Money We’ve all heard jaw-dropping tales of economic adversity from the Great Depression, which get passed down through families from generation to generation.... Read Full Story