Although there are 58 million renters in the U.S., landlords have been hurting for tenants. In some cases, renting a home might be a better option than buying. Many landlords are offering worthwhile incentives to get tenants moved into their rental properties, and renters may be in a position to take advantage of a good deal.
How can buyers make a good deal with low interest rates giving sellers the upper hand? Here are a few steps to help buyers navigate a seller's market and find their dream home.
Every house contains mold spores. You'll find mold on dogs nd kids. According to the Centers for Disease Control and the Environmental Protection Agency websites, mold starts growing within 24 to 48 hours of being exposed to water or an extremely humid environment. If a house has a history of water problems, it could have a mold problem as well.
Do you know how to keep cool this summer? The thermometer’s climbing and tempers are rising. But if you take care of your air conditioning system, you can beat the heat without breaking a sweat.
What if you could take your mortgage loan with you each time you bought a different house? In 2003, E-Trade offered a portable mortgage loan - a fixed rate loan for mortgage borrowers who have good credit. Learn how a portable mortgage loan works when you're buying a home.
The way real estate agents get paid is changing. Real estate agents used to work under a full service model but now some companies are offering real estate sales services on a piecemeal basis. Other real estate agent models include for sale by owner and discount real estate brokers.
Landlords are finding that a slowed buyer's market has led to more people looking to rent in the current economy. Many renters are finding incentives like free rent, cash-on-signing and free parking with their prospective homes. Buying a home might still be smarter in the long run, but renting isn't such a bad idea in the current market.
When purchasing new appliances like an A/C system, research ahead of time can save you money on maintenance and replacing the unit. First check the energy efficiency rating of the A/C unit you are considering. Consider upgrading your central air system appliance to include an electronic air cleaner or a zoned system.
Kitchens and baths are always at the top of any homeowner's renovation list. However, turning a spare bedroom or open loft space into a home office is a renovation project that is growing in popularity as more people work from home. But designers are watching these renovation trends and trying to accommodate them with products that meet the ever-changing needs of the American homeowner.
