Buying a home is one of the biggest investments most people make in their lifetime. Naturally, a professional home inspection is a critical step before finalizing the sale, offering peace of mind about the property’s condition. But from my years... (Read More)

Home ownership is a right of passage. As it’s customary to search for the “right home,” take the time to understand your wants, needs, and an absolutely not list. Then, as a homeowner who has since developed a new list of home non-negotiables... (Read More)

If you've recently made a home purchase, you want to do everything possible to protect your home from damage. One source of damage to your home and property is flooding. You don't have to live in a flood zone to experience flood damage. Flooding is... (Read More)

Reviewing your credit report periodically is an important part of effectively managing your finances. It provides an important opportunity to check for errors and inaccurate information as well as make sure you aren't a victim of identity theft... (Read More)

When you've found the home of your dreams, it can be easy to be blinded by that dream. It's the perfect home … there can't be anything wrong! Or if there is something, how bad can it really be? Or maybe you just love the house so much that you... (Read More)

The typical American household spends over $2,200 annually on energy costs, according to ENERGY STAR® data. With the rising price of utilities, finding ways to reduce energy consumption is a smart financial move that can help lower your electric... (Read More)

Moving into a new home is a happy — and hectic — time. There's so much to do! Your to-do list is overflowing in the days and weeks after purchasing a home. That's why we wanted to share with you two tasks that you'll want to put at the top of... (Read More)

You found a home your family absolutely loves. But you're not the only one who feels that way and now you're in a multiple-offer situation, competing against other homebuyers for the same property. What's the best way to make an offer on a home... (Read More)

Do you love BBQ dinners during the summer months? Few things are as all-American as a summertime barbecue. It's a great way to cook on hot summer days. But a backyard cookout can turn dangerous and even deadly if you don't follow some important... (Read More)