Does the brokerage matter when selling your house?
Anyone who's bought or sold a house before is already aware that the right agent can make a big difference in your experience. But what about the brokerage where the agent is affiliated -- does the brokerage...
5 Ways to Maximize Your Living Space
Since the real estate bubble burst, people all over the country have started doing more with fewer houses. Here are a few simple tips for getting the most out of your humble abode.
Annual Home Maintenance Checklist
If youâve been a homeowner before, you know that just like your vehicle needs regular maintenance likeoil changes to run wellâso does your home. It can be easy to ignore or put these things off, but...
How To Move On A Budget
As anybody who has ever bought a house before knows, real estate is quite expensive! Many buyers, although elated that they're about to be homeowners (either for the first time or in new digs), also realize...
16 People You Need In Your Homeowner Network
So you're finally a homeowner -- congratulations! This is an important step in anyone's life, and it's absolutely normal to feel somewhat (or wildly) unprepared for the realities of owning a place of your own....
When Should You Stop Renting?
When is it time to stop renting a home and seriously consider buying your own place? That's a personal question and a very personal decision -- it really depends on your lifestyle, your finances, your...
How To Throw A Great Block Party
Moving into a new neighborhood isn't always a walk in the park, especially if you don't know anybody there. But how do you get to know your neighbors in a new environment, one that's unfamiliar to you?
15 Things To Know Before You Buy A House With A Friend
When home prices continue to rise (and rise!) all over the country, some would-be homeowners are thinking about alternative paths to homeownership -- like teaming up with friends to buy a house together. This...