A recent Forbes.com article reported on the top 13 cities in the U.S. where home prices are continuing to fall at a dangerous rate. Each one of the 13 markets are suffering from an excess of foreclosures. What do you think of these 13 cities topping the list, are they surprising? Stockton, Calif. Home Price…
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Your household move is fast approaching, but your pantry looks as if you just returned from the grocery store. What to do with all the excess food? We came across this great article from Real Simple that offers you ways to give your pantry a makeover: Empty and Categorize Remove everything out of your pantry…
Tired of the same old scenery your hometown is providing you? Read on to learn about where to find America’s most beautiful and dramatic scenes as Yahoo! Travel pointed out the ideal vantage points of the United States. Kauai, HI New York, NY Mt. McKinley, Denali National Park, AK San Francisco, CA Grand Canyon National…
1. Cleveland Average Annual Temperature: 49.6°F Average Precipitation: 38.7 inches Average Snowfall: 58.9 inches 2. Boston Average Annual Temperature: 51.6°F Average Precipitation: 42.5 inches Average Snowfall: 43.2 inches 3. New York City Average Annual Temperature: 54.6°F Average Precipitation: 49.7 inches Average Snowfall: 28.9 inches 4. Milwaukee Average Annual Temperature: 47.5°F Average Precipitation:…
Top 10 Home Buying Mistakes – Tips & Tools – RealEstate.com’s Town Square. Doing it alone. Buying a house is a complex transaction. Even if you don’t use an agent, you’ll need a complete, dependable team: lender, lawyer, inspector, insurer, as well as referrals and advice from friends and family. Enlist the help of these…
Travel experts recently pinpointed the country’s most alluring downtowns. Factors that aided in determining the list included the city’s attractiveness, accessibility, diversity of offerings, shops, restaurants, proximity of parks and cultural options. Check out the top cities! Did your downtown make the list? Chicago, Ill. Portland, Ore. Burlington, Vt. Indianapolis, Ind. *Also home to Wheaton’s…
Looking to make some eco-friendly changes in your household? Take a look through this article from RealSimple.com that lists the little things that really add up to make a difference in your home… “10 Painless Changes for a Green Home.”
When should I begin to contact companies about estimates for my upcoming move? It is a good idea to contact the moving companies you are considering for your move with as much notice as possible. It is ideal to have companies provide an estimate five-to-six weeks prior to your desired move date. Try to select the moving…
The leaves are changing colors and the colder days of fall are upon us. Before you know it, winter will be at our doorsteps with the first winter snow (hopefully not too soon)! Many of us, by choice or not, move homes in the colder seasons. And although we still advise you to follow all…
1. Know and understand how much you can afford This should be your first step. Don’t look at homes you can’t afford a mortgage on. 2. How long will you stay in your first home? The longer you live in your first home, the better the savings because you’re spreading out the upfront costs of…