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Dine In Style, Kitchen Design Dos And Don’ts For 2014

January 24, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

The kitchen is one of the most important rooms of your home. It is where you prepare all of your meals and it is often a hub of family activity. When you host a party, the action often ends up in the kitchen.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home,Kitchen Organization Tips,Home Decor Tips

Top 10 Indoor Houseplants For Your Air Quality

January 23, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

Houseplants are great for decorating. They can brighten up any room. Plus, houseplants can increase the air quality in a room. That makes you happier, healthier and reduces stress.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home,Indoor House Plants,Home Air Quality

Improve Your Curb Appeal This Winter

January 22, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

After all of the excitement of the holidays, the sparkle of the lights and the over stimulation of decorations, the rest of winter can seem lackluster. Don’t let your home add to the dreariness of the season.

Filed Under: Home Selling Tips Tagged With: Home Selling Tips,Curb Appeal,Real Estate Tips

Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac, How They Impact Real Estate

January 21, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have been in the news quite a bit over the past few years, so it’s a good time to do a refresher on who they are and what role they play in the real estate market.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Mortgage Tips,Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac,Mortgage Information

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 20, 2014

January 20, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

Welcome news arrived last week as lower mortgage rates and a higher number of housing starts were reported. Other economic news was mixed.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates,Housing Analysis,NAHB

The Simplest Ways To Lower Your Home Heating Bill This Winter

January 17, 2014 by Robby Oakes 2 Comments

When the holiday season starts and the winter chill comes around, the heating bill at your property will naturally increase as you keep yourself warm and cozy. However, if your home is not being heated efficiently, you are essentially letting your hard earned dollars escape into the air as wasted energy.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home,Energy Efficient,Heating Tips In The Winter

Pros And Cons Of Adjustable Rate Mortgages

January 16, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

When you are in the market for a new home, you may be faced with numerous options for financing your home. One of the choices you will have to make is whether to apply for a fixed or adjustable rate mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips,Home Buyer Tips,Adjustable Rate Mortgage

Flaws You Cannot Hide By Staging Your Home

January 15, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

When you sell your home, you want it look as good as possible. To do this, your real estate agent will help you stage your home or, if needed, help you find a professional to stage your home.

Filed Under: Home Selling Tips Tagged With: Home Selling Tips,Staging Your Home,Around The Home

Should I Shorten My Mortgage Term, Important Factors To Consider

January 14, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

When you first bought your home a few years ago, perhaps you started off with a 30 year mortgage. Now, you are considering refinancing and changing it to a 20 year or even a 15 year mortgage.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Tips,Mortgage Rates,Refinancing

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 13, 2014

January 13, 2014 by Robby Oakes Leave a Comment

The first post-holiday week of 2014 brought mixed economic and housing-related news. CoreLogic reported via its Housing Market Index that November home prices grew by 11.80 percent year-over-year.

Filed Under: Mortgage Rates Tagged With: Mortgage Rates,Housing Analysis,Unemployment Rates

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