Do Swimming Pools Add Value to Homes?

Do Swimming Pools Add Value to Homes?

You can picture it now: cocktails in hand as you sit by the pool, grill fired up for an al-fresco dinner so it’ll be easy to dive back in before dessert. But you’re getting an inkling that the cost might be a bit more than you thought, and now you’re...
Hey, Buyers: These Home Appraisal Tips Are for You

Hey, Buyers: These Home Appraisal Tips Are for You

Most people have deeply personal reasons for wanting to buy a home. Maybe it’s the bathroom that feels like a dreamy, modern spa. Or that two-tiered deck just made for parties. Your lender doesn’t care about the freestanding tub. Or the built-in outdoor fire pit....
How Long Is That Remodel Going to Take?

How Long Is That Remodel Going to Take?

Renovations can take weeks — and sometimes months. That means endless days of subcontractors traipsing through your home, noisy tools, and major dust. Even some minor projects can disrupt your daily routine. Before you begin to remodel, know what’s in store for...
How to Check for Flood Risk During Home Buying

How to Check for Flood Risk During Home Buying

You’ve found the perfect home — sunny kitchen, the right number of bathrooms, and a big, beautiful yard. And then someone mentions a case of flooding in the area — far from any major body of water. You start wondering, Could my dream home be at risk for flood damage?...
What to Expect During a Home Inspection

What to Expect During a Home Inspection

The first thing you need to know about home inspection: You’ll feel all the feels. There’s the excitement — the inspection could be the longest time you’re in the house, after the showing. Right behind that comes … anxiety. What if the inspector finds something wrong?...
Mold. Ugh. Here’s How to Kill It Forever

Mold. Ugh. Here’s How to Kill It Forever

Ugh. Mold. It’s ugly. It’s tenacious. It’s the uninvited guest that keeps visiting — no matter how rude you are to it. But, unwittingly, you may be setting up the perfect conditions for mold’s return: a food source, lots of moisture, and a...