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From Big to Small: How to Downsize from a Large House to a Smaller, More Efficient Home

If you’re moving from a large home into a smaller house or condo, you’re probably looking forward to enjoying a lower utility bill and not having to do as much cleaning. But before you move, you’ll want to take certain precautions to en

Sep 05, 2015 |

How to Submit an Offer Below the Asking Price Without Spooking the Seller

How to Submit an Offer Below the Asking Price Without Spooking the Seller

You’ve found it: A large new home for your family. It’s in the area of the city that you love, with the perfect architectural style and lots of room for entertaining guests. It would have been perfect for you, but there’s only one probl

Sep 04, 2015 |

3 Reasons Why the Cost of Title Insurance is Worth the Investment

3 Reasons Why the Cost of Title Insurance is Worth the Investment

Title insurance is one of the few types of protection policies available to homebuyers and one that is often overlooked because of its optional nature. Because title insurance is purchased simultaneously with the home, it can be very easy to forego when

Sep 03, 2015 |

A Quick Guide to the FHA Streamline Refinance Mortgage Loan Program

A Quick Guide to the FHA Streamline Refinance Mortgage Loan Program

Refinancing a home loan can provide numerous benefits, but it can also seem daunting and intimidating to some. Many homeowners would love to lower their interest rate or take advantage of other benefits associated with refinancing, but they are concerned

Sep 02, 2015 |

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 31, 2015

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 31, 2015

Last week’s economic news included several reports related to housing. The Case-Shiller 20-City Home Price Index for June rose to 4.50 percent as compared to May’s reading of 4.40 percent. Denver, Colorado was the only city to post double-dig

Sep 01, 2015 |

How to Design a Modern, Luxurious Home Inside of an Older Piece of Real Estate

How to Design a Modern, Luxurious Home Inside of an Older Piece of Real Estate

Newer properties may be infused with built-in designer touches that give them an instant sense of luxury, but older homes may lack many of these built-in features. Whether buying or renovating an older property, many people are interested in learning how

Aug 29, 2015 |