Photo by rawpixel via Pixabay Did you know buyers are willing to pay nearly 3.5 percent more for a home that features green or high-performance features? And while that may not sound like a lot, it factors out to be a whopping $8,750 for every $250,000. The key to getting the most for your green upgrades, however, lies...

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Since there are so many things to keep in mind when searching for the right home, it can be very helpful to create a priority list. If you're at the beginning of the house-hunting process, one of the best ways to clarify your thoughts is by organizing them in a notebook or on a computer screen. As is the...

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay As you move forward with your home purchase, your real estate agent may recommend that you have your home inspected. Sometimes the inspection is required by the lender or insurance company, but sometimes it’s an optional step. Buyers who have the option sometimes consider skipping the inspection to save a little cash....

Many house hunters are so focused on finding the ideal house, yard, and neighborhood, that they sometimes sacrifice one of their main objectives: a short commute to work. At first, a long drive to the office may seem like a small price to pay for finding your ideal house, but your outlook might change when the tedium of commuter...

It doesn’t matter if you’re moving down the street or across the country, moving into a new neighborhood can be hard. You want to make your new property, and new area feel like home. Relocation is always a challenge. There are a few things you can do to make the transition smoother for your family. Meeting people and learning...

You might want to believe that the home selling journey will be fast and simple, but high-pressure situations may arise that cause you to panic. However, there is no need to let high-pressure home selling situations get the best of you. Because if you know how to handle these situations, you can boost the likelihood of enjoying a quick,...

Now completing its fourth decade, TOH TV breaks new ground and checks in on some old...

A smart home device may prove to be a time (and money) saver. However, not all smart house devices are ideal for all homeowners. If you select a smart home gadget that fails to accommodate your day-to-day needs, you risk wasting time and resources on a device that delivers little to no return on investment. Ultimately, it helps to...

Here, cartoon Tom Silva is demonstrating a clever placement for the range in the remodeled kitchen in one of our Charleston homes. Read more below the...

Over the years, mortgage options were likely limited to what a person's local bank was willing to offer him or her. But today's new marketplace provides several fresh opportunities. With the continuous influx of alternative lenders, many homebuyers are now fully ready to connect with lenders all over the nation. Online, they can check out several loan systems...

Sunny charming 3-BR 2-B Colonial Farmhouse. Hardwood Floors on all 1st floor. Updated Kitchen w/granite counters, HW Floors & Appliances. Light/bright Family Room w/Lots of Windows and Ceiling Fan. Updated Baths & oil burner in 2013. Relax and read on covered front porch. Entertain and BBQ on back deck overlooking private, fenced back yard. Pets Not Allowed. Four (4) window A/C units supplied w/house & kept stored in basement. Workbench in Basement. Walk to Noroton Heights Train-approx. 40 minutes to NYC. 1-yr lease term but will consider option for longer lease term. Tenant pays all utilities, Landscaping, Yard Care, Snow Removal, must have...