You hear these terms thrown around all the time: Second home, investment property, vacation home, rental property. But is there any real difference among them? And does it even matter what you call it? As it turns out, there are some very big differences between second homes and investment properties, especially if you are financing it. “Both […]
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Still Not Organized? Here’s Why—and What To Try in 2021
Ever resolve to organize your closet or junk drawer, only to see your efforts devolve into a (slightly different) cluttered mess? Maybe it’s because you tried a method that doesn’t fit your personality. It turns out, people have different approaches to organizing—how to do it, and what they want to get out of it. A […]
6 Killer Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make When Buying in the Winter
Winter is supposed to be a buyer’s market, right? Fewer buyers = wayless competition. After all, you have no problem trekking through the snow to find the perfect home. Let the others wait until spring. Right? But thanks to the coronavirus, this winter will be different—a time when any assumptions you may have about the market could cost you, […]
5 Kitchen Design Rules You Should Definitely Break in 2021
The kitchen is a major focal point of a home—after all, it’s where meals are made to nourish your family, and where guests (when you can host them safely again) tend to gather, no matter how carefully you’ve arranged your living room. Because of that, the kitchen is a key selling point, which may intimidate […]
How to spot a walkable neighborhood
From Trulia Online and on-the-ground strategies for finding out how pedestrian-friendly a place is—before you buy or rent. Strolling to a cafe for breakfast, walking around the corner to yoga—isn’t that the life? Before you buy or rent, here’s how to suss out whether a neighborhood you’re interested in will let you get out from […]
The Digital Age of Real Estate – A Word of Caution
Pre-corona virus the digital real estate environment was already picking up steam. Now with limited in person meetings and less face time, many real estate purchases are happening in a purely digital format. One thing to be wary of – scams. It’s nothing new for people who have fielded the ever common telemarketer phone call […]
Housing Still The Best Investment Tool Of A Lifetime
Many people are still wondering whether or not real estate is one of the best investment strategies for long-term wealth building. Is investing in homes still a smart investment for the average individual? Is a home still the best investment of a lifetime for most Americans? If so, why are some pessimists still questioning the rebound […]