30 tips for how to be a good landlord
Whether you're renting out a single property or you have a rental empire, being a good landlord will get you a higher caliber of tenant. But maybe it's been a long time since you rented yourself, or perhaps...
4 Tips For Financing Your First Home
First-time homeowners who aren't prepared for the financial realities can find themselves overwhelmed once they actually have those keys in hand -- and as the housing crash and Great Recession showed us in the...
12 (Affordable!) Decorative Items to Buy Before You Sell Your House
Assuming youâve done the deep cleaning and decluttering, consider adding these items to your shopping list as youâre preparing to stage your home.
17 Things Buyers Should Check On Final Walk-Through
The house is almost yours! It can be tempting to spend the time set aside for the walk-through mentally planning where you'll place your furniture â but there are some things you should make time to check.
The Hidden Costs of Owning a Vacation Home
Who doesn't love the idea of collecting rent on a home in a beautiful vacation-friendly location -- and visiting for free when there aren't any guests? It's a lovely concept, but there are several "hidden"...
Choosing the Right Neighborhood
Need help finding the right neighborhood for your home search? Here are five factors that should figure prominently in your thinking.
11 Tips For Buying A New Home
Buying a house -- whether it's your first or fifth -- can be a bumpy process. Between the financing, the availability (or scarcity) of homes on the market in your price range that meet your needs, the offer...
14 Tips For First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first home is a huge part of the American Dream -- and is also a daunting and potentially overwhelming process that's ripe for second-guessing everything you know. How do you know you're ready? How...
