Spring Time Maintenance
February 13, 2020
Another winter is almost gone, Punxsutawney Phil did not see his shadow so supposedly spring willarrive soon! Here is South Carolina, we have begun the pre spring weather roller coaster, one day warmthe next day freezing! Now is the time to start thinking about our Spring Home maintenance, but whereto start?A google search brings up many sites with ...
HUD Open Houses
February 13, 2020
Do Open Houses Sell Homes?Do open houses work? Do open houses sell homes? These are questions that every real estate agent has been asked at one time or another in their career.One of the most heated debates in real estate comes into play when Realtors talk about whether open houses work to sell a home.There are ...
Things to look for when buying an older home
February 10, 2020
Older homes can have some hidden (and not-so-hidden) issues. The price may be attractive, but there may be costs associated in needed updates (and time spent fixing). Here is what to look for if you’re considering purchasing an older home versus a newer home:- Hazardous materials, specific asbestos and lead which are very commonly found in ...
Summer Decorating Ideas to Brighten Your Home
February 10, 2020
Summer is the perfect season for spending warm evenings outside, hosting get-togethers with friends, and enjoying the longer days. What better way to take advantage of the long days and abundant natural light than in your own home?Here are 5 simple summer home decor tips that can instantly brighten and transform your living spaces.1. Add Splashes of ...
Buying maybe more affordable
February 08, 2020
Rents Up 36% Since 2005—Mortgage Payments Down 4%Many people continue to rent because they think that it’s the more affordable option—and that owning a home is out of their reach. But, as it turns out, rents have seen sharp increases across the country—while the average mortgage payment has actually fallen.According to a report from ...
Can You Negotiate HUD Home Price?
February 08, 2020
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty If you’re thinking of purchasing a home and would like to get a good deal, you may want to consider buying a Charlotte HUD home. HUD homes are homes owned by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and they are usually offered for sale at affordable prices.When ...
LEARN ABOUT HOME-OWNERSHIP IN KNOXVILLE TN
February 08, 2020
We have an excellent property being offered in Knoxville TN at 4508 Clairson Dr. It is a brick rancher with 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths or could be a 2 bedroom with a sunroom! Great opportunity for single level living....
How much does it cost to install central air?
February 07, 2020
In the scorching days of summer, there's nothing better than the refreshing cool of central air. Without it, the sweltering heat can feel suffocating, and your home can become unbearably hot. If your current cooling unit is failing to chill the air and you're ready to invest in a new central air conditioning system, it's important ...
Home Ownership affordability H.R. 5614
February 07, 2020
This could be an important thing to remember!H.R 5614 is a bill introduced in Congress that is attempting to help with the lack of AFFORDABLE homes available for purchase in the United States.Now we are not talking about affordable rents, but actual ownership opportunities. Since the Federal Government passed the Dodd Frank bill, some unforeseen ...
How do elections affect the real estate market?
February 07, 2020
Elections influence the lives of all citizens but does it impact the commercial real estate market as well? The short answer: yes, and it does in many ways, including a psychological way. Citizens perceive incoming change when a new administration is introduced; the economy is directly affected by the policies set forth by the sitting president and state representatives. ...
Economic Roundup
February 05, 2020
JOLLY JOBSDecember net job growth of 145,000 brings CY2019 employment gains to 2.1 million, down from almost 2.7 million in 2018. While job growth has slowed, average growth over the past decade has been 2.2 million/year, so it remains sufficiently solid to support continued strong household consumption growth. On the downside, wage growth ...
Improving your home's energy efficiency with insulation
February 04, 2020
Improving your home's energy efficiency with insulation Does your home feel drafty in the winter? Do you experience uneven temperatures between rooms or walking down hallways? Is your heating and cooling equipment running constantly, even when you don't think it should be? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then you might need to ...
How To Clean One Of The Trickiest Surfaces In Your Kitchen
February 03, 2020
I’ve never personally had a glass stovetop at home, but we do have one over at the OGTStudio. After months of cooking all sorts of recipes and making homemade products forblog posts, the stovetop was in definite need of attention! One of the drawbacks of glassstovetops is how quickly a spill near a burner can turn into a ...
You have a choice in a home loan. Make it a Great Choice - Active Duty Military & Veterans
February 03, 2020
You have a choice in a home loan. Make it a Great Choice - Choices for Active Duty Military & VeteransAs a state agency, THDA celebrates and honors the men and women who serve in our country’s military with the Homeownership for the Brave program.Homeownership for the Brave is a type of Great Choice Home Loan that ...
NEWLY LISTED - TENNESSEE
February 03, 2020
This area, Lake Tansi Village/Crossville is known in Retirement Community Magazines. Buyers are arriving from out of state to see this property. Clients arrived yesterday from North Carolina. Check out the amenities of Lake Tansi Village at www.laketansipoa.com This is a semi wooded corner lot, 3 bedroom home, 2 baths, attached 2 ...
The Difference Between Home Warranty & Home Insurance
February 03, 2020
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FHA Home Loan Limits: Facts You Should Know In 2020
February 02, 2020
What kind of loan do you need in the new year? Are you interested in an FHA One-Time Close construction loan to build on your own land? An FHA purchase loan for existing construction? You’ll need to know a bit about home loan limits and how they affect your transaction.The FHA and HUD announced higher loan guaranty ...
NFL Cribs: Where Do the Kansas City Chiefs Call Home?
February 01, 2020
By Erik Gunther | Jan 28, 2020Getty Images; realtor.comFive decades after their last appearance in the Super Bowl, the Kansas City Chiefs are back. Fueled by thrilling 24-year-old quarterback Patrick Mahomes, the team has reinvigorated its long-suffering fan base.No, it's not as if the Chiefs have been complete rubbish over the past 50 years. They've ...
All Things Real Estate: Paying mortgage only way to keep house from foreclosure
February 01, 2020
By: Tim Joneshttps://www.dailyrepublic.com/projects/home-seller/all-things-real-estate-paying-mortgage-only-way-to-keep-house-from-foreclosure/Q: I went to a wealth seminar that, in part, talked about how to protect your property from foreclosure. One of the things the speaker stressed was the need to file a homestead on your property. They said you can stop a foreclosure by filing a homestead on your house. I’m currently several months ...
How to Assess a Home's Neighborhood
January 24, 2020
While you can’t control what happens outside your home, these are ways to assess the value of a home’s neighborhood – and whether it’s right for you:AESTHETICSLooks aren’t everything, but they do say a lot about a neighborhood. An attractive neighborhood shows people care about it. And that great curb appeal can be helpful down ...
Simple Tips to Winterize your Home!
January 22, 2020
Window Insulation FilmIt may not be the most fashionable tip, but window insulation film can keep up to 70% of heat from leaking out of the windows. You won't mind the appearance when you're toasty warm in your house!Draft GuardsIn a drafty room, heat escapes under the door. When winterizing your house, place draft guards by ...
Home Remodeling Projects
January 21, 2020
Get the most bang for your buck when remodeling your house! These five projects have the highest return! https://www.houselogic.com/save-money-add-value/add-value-to-your-home/home-remodeling-projects-with-long-term-roi/?site_ref=mosaic...
January is the New April
January 21, 2020
Article taken from CNBC on LinkedinThe severe shortage of homes for sale is upending the sales calendar for the whole housing market. Spring has historically been the busiest buying season, but as competition for homes heats up across the country, January is the new April. Spring starts now.The numbers are telling. From 2015 through 2018, the peak month ...
5 Moments Home Sellers Know Too Well
January 20, 2020
Whether this will be your first time selling a home or your tenth, the home selling process can be a challenge. You want to sell quickly and for the most money, so you will be doing absolutely everything you can to spruce up your home and make it as inviting as possible. But not every experience during the home ...
Trends for investors in 2020
January 20, 2020
Buy? Sell? Hold? 2020 will be an especially challenging time for investors because the economy is slowing, trade wars could drastically affect specific localities, and some of the hottest real estate markets are already cooling down. Here are some trends that might investors will see in this year along the MS Gulf Coast.Greater Concentration of DemandThe US economy ...