Archive for the ‘Houses and Housing Market’ Category

Housing Market Trends for 2010

So much of the current economic crisis has been blamed on the housing market and it seems as though the recovery is tied to the housing market as well. If you look at the recent news this may be a good thing as it appears as though things might be turning around.
Larger cities are starting [...]

Internet Home Buying

Although I can’t imagine making a big purchase like a house or a car sight unseen and over the internet, it does happen and with great frequency. If you’re determined to purchase a house over the internet use the following tips to make sure you don’t make any huge mistakes.
Internet Home Buying

Is there an end to the Housing Crisis?

Experts are saying that the housing crisis isn’t turning around anytime soon. It looks like at least two more years of instability before things turn around. Especially with the foreclosure crisis becoming more dire. In 2008 foreclosures rose 81% from 2007 and 225% from 2006 according to RealtyTrac.
President Obama is looking to change federal bankruptcy [...]

Foreclosures Hurt Furry Friends

Humane Societies across the United States are seeing an alarming trend as homes are being foreclosed at a rapid rate there seems to be a rise in the amount of mature pets that are being surrendered to shelters. In fact, some foreclosed homes are being abandoned with the pets left inside.
The financial crisis has made [...]

Finding a Home Inspector

It is true that you don’t have to have a home inspection before making a home purchase but not having a home inspection is a foolish mistake. So if you’re going to spend the money to have a home inspection you want to make sure you have one that’s qualified and knows his or her [...]

3 Simple Tricks That Will Help Sell Your Home

Trying to sell a house is stressful and often filled with small details blindsiding you as a homeowner at the last moment. As if the stress of moving weren’t enough, selling a home also typically includes many walk-throughs and an open house or two. If you are living in your home, showings and open houses [...]

Soundproofing Your Home

Open floor plans are a bonus to many home buyers these days, but they create sound problems that aren’t always easily rectified. If your home is suffering from noise pollution you can do a few of the following tricks to decrease the cacophony surrounding you everyday.
Seal Holes
Wherever air can leak, noise can leak as well. [...]

Improve Home Air Quality

Everyone is looking for ecofriendly ways to improve their home but how about something that is not only good for the environment but also for your health? Give your home a thorough once over to find ways to improve your air quality at home.
Prevent Water Leaks
Water leaks can cause mold which is harmful to your [...]

If You Can’t Sell – Rent

It’s a tricky housing market and if you purchase a new home and move you may find yourself stuck with a home on the market that won’t sell. This can financially devastate some people and at least create a problem for others. If you can’t sell your home, why not rent until the market turns [...]

Preparing your Home for the Market

photo credit: Kendyl Young
Are you thinking about putting your home up for sale? If so, you know that this is a large task that requires a lot of time and effort on your part. That being said, the more time you put into preparing your home for the market the better off you are [...]