it’s difficult to see a housing bubble while you’re in one … but there are some telltale signs. If you experienced the bubble of 2008, the last time the housing bubble burst, you’re probably (and understandably!) gun-shy about jumping into the housing market again. If you buy during a bubble, overpaying for your home, you might be…
When it comes to selling your home, honesty is always the best policy! Disclosing potentially deleterious effects is always better than dealing with the legal trouble for not doing so. For example, if you’re a seller and paint over bathroom mold, failing to disclose the mold, the buyers could take you to court for well…
Whether you plan on moving in the distant future or in a season or two, these upgrades could be worth making before you go! Say you’re living in a starter home. You don’t plan on being there forever, but you also aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. You’d like to make some home improvements, but you’re worried…
If you’ve ever wondered what went on behind closed doors in Nashville, a look through local real estate listings might give you the answer: unfortunate paint color choices, rooms with enough clutter to supply a yard sale every weekend, and an almost universal obsession with granite counter tops. And those are just the homes on…
The key to success in an agent/client relationship? Take the time to research and interview some real estate agents before choosing the one who’s right for you. Consider the real estate process: there’s time spent researching neighborhoods, searching for homes that match your budget (and your lifestyle), negotiations on price and repairs, the commitment level…
While ice and snow cause thousands of dollars in damages to home owners each year, frigid weather and its impact on your home can be just as damaging. Leaks into a home caused by bursting pipes, poorly protected surfaces and ice dams are the most costly. There are many precautions you can take to help reduce…
