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12 Ways to Lower Your Monthly Utility Bills

April 26, 2019 by Robby Oakes

According to the US Department of Energy, the average American household paid $111.67 each month for utilities in 2017. With some research and a few DIY projects, property owners can reduce those energy costs without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Energy Conservation, Home Improvement, Real Estate

Going Tankless: Energy-Efficient Tankless Water Heaters

April 25, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There are so many ways in which you can green up your home and make it more sustainable these days that many people are considering tankless water heaters. While this can certainly be the right option depending on the space you have and the type of water you use, here are some things to consider before you decide to invest in the switch.

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around The Home, Homeowner Tips, Upgrades and Renovations

8 Curb Appeal Tips for Selling Your Home Fast

April 24, 2019 by Robby Oakes

From small touches such as new lighting to larger efforts such as tiling the porch or stoop, creating curb appeal is one of the best investments you can make to resell your home fast.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Curb Appeal, Home Improvement, Real Estate

Finding ‘Hard Money’ Lenders Is Easier Than You Think

April 23, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Are you the type of real estate investor that has an interest in a treasure hunt? A real estate investment strategy based on hard money is, at its core, a treasure hunt. There must be an underlying value, the “treasure,” for a hard money opportunity to exist.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Financing, Marketing Trends, Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 22nd, 2019

April 22, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included readings on home builder confidence in housing market conditions and Commerce Department reports on housing starts and building permits issued. Weekly readings on mortgage ratees and first-time jobless claims were also released.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Interest Rates, Mortgage Rates

4 Ways A Little Paint Can Revitalize Your Home

April 19, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Fixing up your home to sell doesn’t have to be a budget-breaker. You can revitalize the look of your property with a little bit of paint in the right places.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Real Estate

NAHB: Home Builder Confidence Rises in April

April 18, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Home builder confidence increased in April to an index reading of 63, which was one point higher than for March and the highest reading in six months. Analysts said that April’s reading revealed more about housing market conditions in the past six months than it was an indicator of future market conditions.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: Market Conditions, Marketing Trends, NAHB

Can You Really Buy Off-Planet Real Estate?

April 17, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Real estate agents are constantly looking for new listings, which will attract potential buyers. We no longer need to limit our search for good listings to planet Earth because Mars is now for sale.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Marketing Trends, Novelty Property, Real Estate

Home Maintenance Tips: How to Organize Your Garage

April 16, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Perhaps you plan to sell your home in the next few months or years. Keeping your garage organized can save time and ensure that you have storage space when you need it most.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Maintenance, Home Organization, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – April 14th, 2019

April 15, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic readings included reports on inflation, mortgage rates, and first-time jobless claims. Monthly reporting on consumer sentiment was delayed.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Interest Rates, Mortgage Rates

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