You landed a great rental, you’re getting settled in, and everything is awesome—or so you thought. Night falls, and the smell of Chinese takeout wafts through your living room. The college guys upstairs start playing a video game (loudly), and suddenly you feel like you’re in a war zone. You try… read more →
Sorting through stuff, packing box after box, cleaning—perhaps the only exciting part of moving out is the knowledge that your hundreds (or sometimes even thousands) of dollars that are tied up in a security deposit will soon be returned to you. And all you have to do is leave your apartment… read more →
Moving day is always a pain, but it can be infinitely more so if you damage your landlord’s property while trying to skedaddle out of there with all your stuff. And It’s even worse if you aren’t the one who broke the $500 picture window. If your mover was at fault, it should… read more →
Home shopping makes you a little (OK, a lot) house-obsessed. Between stalking online listings, flipping through all the design magazines, and gorging on HGTV marathons, you know exactly what you want in painstaking detail. Ain’t nobody gonna say you can’t have what you want. And hey, we’re totally on board. You’ve earned this! Buy… read more →
While it can be convenient to buy and move into a home that’s already been vacated by its owners, problems can arise if it’s been empty too long. Infestation of furry creatures is just one hazard. Vacant homes are especially prone to leaks and floods and may require costly improvements,… read more →
When involved in the sale of a home, it’s crucial for the buyer and seller to understand the details of the real estate contract before it’s signed and, in particular, to recognize the points at which the contract can be cancelled without penalty. A real estate contract, once signed by… read more →
Renovating your kitchen is an exciting project, but the various tasks involved can also make it a daunting one—especially for home improvement novices. While some projects can save money on the overall costs of a kitchen remodel you need to know when it’s safer to leave tasks to the professionals. Here… read more →
Using technology to help manage the household can add up to a good amount of time and money saved—not to mention a significant reduction in things (paper calendars and planners) and clutter (all those papers!). Here are the top four apps our clients hate to live without. Perfect Your Budget… read more →
Choosing color palettes can strike fear in the hearts of even the most confident homeowner. Many people struggle to decide which color scheme will best complement the inside of their homes. They don’t trust their ability to match complementary shades. Others fear they may quickly tire of the color palette they… read more →
Shopping for the best mortgage involves more than just checking interest rates and loan terms. Many borrowers are surprised by the many additional costs involved in closing the loan. Almost all closing costs relate to fees that the mortgage lender is charged by a third-party company and then passes on… read more →