Homeownership Blog

If you have ever remodeled a home, chances are that you had at least one project run off the track. Home projects are not only time-consuming, but they can also ...

Over time, the best plumbing systems need replacing. The copper pipes may become frail, and iron or galvanized steel pipes may corrode — affecting the water quality. The time to ...

FHA 203k renovation loan is a unique type of government-insured mortgage that covers both home purchase as well as home renovation costs. That is to say, an FHA 203k loan ...

Driveway resurfacing is not something that we need to do very often. Most asphalt driveways will last us between 15 years to 20 years at least, and concrete ones will ...

A wet basement is one of the most unpleasant things for a homeowner to have to deal with. The whole house starts to smell musty and unsavory. As the year ...

An artificial grass backyard seems like the perfect solution for those looking for a picture-perfect yard. Artificial turf is low on maintenance vis-à-vis a natural grass lawn. It doesn’t require ...

Selling or buying a home is neither easy nor stress-free. There’s paperwork, fine print, fees and taxes to be paid, loans and banks to be dealt with. But is it ...

Not only has the coronavirus pandemic profoundly affected the U.S. economy, healthcare system, and our daily lives in general, it provided some challenges within the real estate industry as well. ...

Interior decorating could be defined as arranging the interiors of our home in a way that is both aesthetically pleasing and comfortable at the same time. While modern design gravitates ...

Planning to buy a home through a loan, and have tons of mortgage questions to ask your lender? We understand your reservation. After all, home mortgages can be complicated as ...

Fires are enigmatic sources of energy. They give us light when there’s darkness. They give us warmth when it’s cold. There are very few things that can compare to the ...

Getting a building permit isn’t just bureaucratic red tape, it’s your protection against costly mistakes, safety hazards, and legal issues that could haunt you for years. Whether you’re planning a ...

While almost every homeowner dreams of having a separate kitchen and a lavish dining area, not everyone has this luxury. Smaller homes are generally equipped with a kitchen dining room ...

Buying a house can be a challenging prospect, especially in a seller’s market. It happens every so often that you think you’ve found your dream home, but it’s off the ...