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Nail The Final Walkthrough Before Closing

2025-11-12T16:41:44-05:00October 15, 2013|Blog|

By the time you get to the final walkthrough on your property, the home buying process is almost complete. However, it is still important to pay close attention to this final step, as it will be crucial in the success of your home purchase. The final walkthrough is your last opportunity to ensure that everything in the home is in working order and that there are no potential problems waiting for you when you take over ownership of the property.

4 Tips On Giving Your Mudroom A Makeover

2025-11-12T16:41:45-05:00October 11, 2013|Blog|

From crunched-up leaves stuck to bottoms of shoes to bulky coats shed as soon as kids walk through the door, mudrooms are ideal for keeping outdoor dirt, wet clothing and outerwear from being strewn throughout your home. Mudrooms not only keep the rest of your house clean, but they also designate a spot for those last-minute grabs, such as coats, umbrellas and purses, when you're running out the door. These rooms are great catchalls; however, an organized mudroom can make your life and those hectic mornings much less stressful. Below are smart tips for getting your mudroom ready this fall.

5 Strategies To Secure Your Home Against A Break In

2025-11-12T16:41:45-05:00October 10, 2013|Blog|

Having your home broken into is completely violating. Burglars don't just steal your stuff; they steal your peace of mind. While this is the sort of thing you think will never happen to you, it's worth the time and effort to make sure you're not a target. Below are five strategies to help secure your home against a break-in.

Tips On Passing Your Home Inspection With Flying Colors

2025-11-12T16:41:45-05:00October 9, 2013|Blog|

Home inspections are a tense time for everyone. Sellers are fervently hoping that nothing major is wrong with their home that could hold up the transaction. Buyers are eager to hear that their new house is in prime condition. Whatever the wishes, one thing is for sure; any news from an inspector is usually bad news.

City Lights Or Starlit Nights, Which Home Location Will You Choose?

2025-11-12T16:41:46-05:00October 8, 2013|Blog|

If you are looking to buy a home, you might be wondering whether you should be looking for properties that are right in the center of the city or whether a better option would be to buy a property on the outskirts or in a rural area a short drive away. The rural or urban decision will ultimately be up to you, as there are advantages and disadvantages to either option. The main difference will lie in your priorities – what type of lifestyle is most important to you?

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 7, 2013

2025-11-12T16:41:46-05:00October 7, 2013|Blog|

This week's economic news commentary has been dominated by the "what ifs" of a government shutdown; opinions of potential consequences are limited only by the number of commentators sharing their opinions. Unfortunately, more concrete examples of the shutdown were evident last Tuesday and Friday. The Department of Commerce delayed release of August's Construction Spending report that were due last Tuesday and The Bureau of Labor Statistics delayed the release of September's Non-farm Payroll and Unemployment that were due last Friday.

Do Fence Me In, Here Are A Few Good Yard Fencing Options

2025-11-12T16:41:46-05:00October 4, 2013|Blog|

Whether you just got a puppy, have newly mobile children or built a pool, there are a multitude of reasons for wanting to keep people and animals in your yard, while preventing other from entering. Picking the perfect fence can be difficult, so below we've outlined the main fencing materials to choose from and characteristics to consider about each.

How To Interview An Architect When Building A New Home

2025-11-12T16:41:47-05:00October 1, 2013|Blog|

Making the decision to build a home might be one of the biggest you make in your life. You've found the perfect plot of land and have a vision of what type of home you want, but you need someone to bring your dream to life. That means it’s time to start interviewing architects.

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