According to the National Association of Realtors’ Remodeling Impact Report, it’s not always the expensive upgrades that get the attention of eager buyers. In fact, you can make a splash with a budget of as little as...
Thanksgiving is all about having family get-togethers, savoring culinary favorites, and kicking off the holiday season. And because it is the season of giving, it’s also an opportune time to give back to Mother Nature by reducing your carbon footprint and creating an environmentally friendly Thanksgiving.
Shop locally
You can begin creating an eco-friendly holiday by visiting your local farmers market or signing up for a community-supported agriculture (CSA) program, through which you can buy...
People love autumn for many reasons. For buying homes? Not so much. But this doesn’t mean autumn doesn’t have its own distinct benefits if you’re in the market for a new home.
Crunch time has arrived.
For homeowners whose property is still on the market after summer, nervousness is likely settling in—their house still hasn’t sold, and the holidays are approaching—so they might be motivated to negotiate, sell, and settle before the holidays hit.
Less competition.
Looking for a home in peak b...
Part of setting up a will — which is something most adults should do — requires choosing an executor.
“Executor” is a fancy name for a person who will be in charge of your estate after you die. They’ll probably work with an attorney, but the executor will be the main person dealing with your assets. This includes dealing with your assets until they’re distributed, paying the estate’s bills and debts, and giving the right assets and money to the right people at the right time. They may also have...
One of the many benefits of homeownership is your ability to build equity. While you may already know that equity is an excellent thing to have, you may not know how to use it or what it even is. Use this guide to learn more about home equity and the ways you can use it.
Before deciding how to use your home’s equity, be sure to speak with your financial advisor or a mortgage professional to understand all your options better.
What is home equity?
Equity is the difference between the fair...
Stress is the enemy of restful sleep. We are living in a time when it’s hard to avoid feeling stressed, but poor sleep adversely affects hormonal balance and brain function. A good night’s sleep is just as important to good health, physically and mentally, as exercise and a healthy diet.
From physicians and sleep therapists, here are six ways to help improve your chances of achieving more restful nights:
Stick to a routine. Going to bed at the same time each night helps prepare your body for s...
Like most pet owners, you probably think of your furry friend as a member of the family. You most likely know that animals are curious and can get into all sorts of things they shouldn’t. Here are some ways to keep your pet safe.
Don’t Let Your Pet Eat or Chew on Things It Shouldn’tYour trash cans may contain pieces of food, packaging, chemicals, and other objects that can be poisonous to pets or can cause choking or digestive problems. To protect your pet from any potential danger, keep trash...
