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Pros and Cons of a Pre-Listing Home InspectionJanuary 22, 2018 By Bill GassettShare902Tweet2KPin642FlipShare88Buffer692Email4KSHARESShould Sellers Have an Inspection Before Listing For

An FHA rehab mortgage is perfect for fixer-uppersDan Rafter / 3 years agoAround 4 minutes read. This article has an Audio Version!As local housing markets get tighter and tighter, buying a

When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the upmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and fix up some of its

Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are excellent at highlighting the best features of the home, but

Ever wish you could become one of those rare morning people? The ones that wake with a start, feeling refreshed and energized. The ones that get in that morning workout or wrap up some work before

JANUARY 17, 2019Defining generations: Where Millennials end and Generation Z beginsBY MICHAEL DIMOCKFor decades, Pew Research Center has been committed to measuring public attitudes on key

EDITOR'S PICK28,199 viewsJan 4, 2020, 09:17amHere’s Why You Should Never Shorten 2020 To 20 On Legal DocumentsKate O'FlahertySenior Contributor CybersecurityI’m a cybersecurity

Expect Continued Economic Growth, Slower Real Estate Price Gains and Small Chance for Recession in 2020, According to Group of Top EconomistsShareFacebook Twitter LinkedIn Print 

The Pros and Cons of Buying a House on a SlabFACEBOOKTWITTERLINKEDINBY MARK P. CUSSEN   Updated Sep 18, 2018Home ownership is one of the dreams that many Americans cherish.

7 Tips to Get Your Home Ready for Cold WeatherStay warm, save money and prevent damage to your home from cold and snow with these simple steps.As cold weather approaches, there are several things

How Smart Homes Work   BY MOLLY EDMONDS & NATHAN CHANDLERNEXT PAGE  Could this remote control program your entire house?STOCKBYTE/GETTY IMAGESWhen'

Do I Need a Home Inspection with New Construction?'New' Doesn't Mean 'Perfect'SharePinEmailBY ALY J. YALE  Updated March 21, 2019If you’re buying a new construction home, you

Do I Need a Home Inspection with New Construction?'New' Doesn't Mean 'Perfect'SharePinEmailBY ALY J. YALE  Updated March 21, 2019If you’re buying a new construction home, you

ENVIRONMENT PROJECTSReaching our solar potential, one rooftop at a timeThe sun produces an astonishing amount of energy. In one second it generates enough to meet the needs of civilization for 500

PET CAREGENERAL PET CAREHalloween Safety Tipspet-care_halloween-safety-tips_main-image.jpgHalloween can be the spookiest night of the year, but keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be.

Seller Etiquette for Showing a HomeShould sellers leave the house when buyers arrive?SharePinEmail•••BY ELIZABETH WEINTRAUB  Updated August 11, 2019It's not uncommon

Other RoomsWhat Makes a Room a “Bedroom”?Homebuyers, sellers, and owners should know the minimum requirements that comprise a bedroom, mainly for home value and safety.By Bob Vila

When to Stop for a School BusParents and others driving on South Carolina roads should be aware of state law that mandates that a motorist stop for a stopped school bus with flashing red lights

A Guide to Buying a Fixer-UpperSharePinEmail•••BY ELIZABETH WEINTRAUB  Updated May 22, 2019Just about anytime is a good time to buy a fixer-upper, especially if you

Staging Secrets from 'Designed to Sell'Quick staging ideas from our real estate experts.PinterestFacebookTwitterEmailRelated To:Home StagingYour house’s furnishings suit you fine, but your