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Home Buyer Tip: To help avoid hidden repair costs of an existing home, negotiate with the Seller to include a Home Warranty. Read on to be prepared for other unexpected expenses.

Negotiate For A Home Warranty When Buying An Existing Home You’ve sacrificed, scrimped and saved for the down payment on your first home. But have you saved for the whole new world of expenses that comes with home ownership? If not, you could get blindsided by: Closing costs. Do your homework before making an offer because the down payment is just part of...

A "Wrap Around Porch" (or Veranda) came historically from homes in the south where friends & family could relax and enjoy a cool breeze without the modern comforts of air conditioning. Would you find this a charming addition to a new home, or wasted space?

Wi-Fi printing is easy and convenient, until it’s not. Let’s troubleshoot and solve the printing problem at home.

Solving Wireless Printer Problems at Home Frustration sets in when the wireless printer doesn’t work properly. Before you throw in the towel, try these troubleshooting steps to restore the function.

Ready to list your home? Before you do, read this checklist so you’ll know what to repair before putting your home on the market.

What to Repair Before You Sell Your House It isn’t wise to do major renovations to sell your house, but repairs are another story. Here’s a list of what to repair before you sell.

When it comes to maintenance free materials, quartz countertops are probably the best combination of beauty and ease of care. Click through to learn more about low-maintenance home material options.

Building a Maintenance Free Home One of the big advantages to buying a newer home is the use of modern building materials that reduce -- and in some cases, completely eliminate -- the need for costly home repairs. Check out these advances in building materials and techniques, which are also a great choice for those with older homes...

Just by cleaning and decluttering, you are already making great strides to present your home in a more inviting and attractive manner. So important when trying to sell.

A continuing care facility may provide a secure place to retire. Find out here if the services will fulfill your needs.

Aging in Place in a Continuing Care Facility Continuing care communities offer senior citizens independent living, assisted living and nursing care, allowing them to age in place as their needs change. Senior citizens typically move into a continuing care community while they are still healthy and active. Resident sign a contract that guarante...

Refacing or even replacing your front door can modernize your home and make a big impact. Curious to know which renovations to consider for resale without breaking the bank? Check out this article.

Renovations With a Return When contemplating resale, homeowners often wonder what renovations will give them more resale bang for the buck. Let’s take a look at what renovations pay off and some that don’t. Focus on priorities. Although your house is an investment, first and foremost it is your home. Don’t view renovat...

The home inspection report is a big hurdle between contract and sale. Learn about all the milestones along the way to closing here.

The House Closing Process As a seller, just because you’re under contract doesn’t mean it’s time to relax. It’s a bit like reaching the summit of a mountain. You’re only halfway to the finish line, which in this case is the closing table. The due diligence period, typically the 15 to 30 days following contract sign...