Home Remodeling: What's the Best
Return on Investment?
 The Remodeling Cost Vs. Value Report 2010-2011 ranked 35 remodeling projects based on how much money they recoup; in other words, how much of the initial investment a homeowner can expect to earn back when the house goes up for sale. Which renovations are worth your time and money?
Curb appeal is more important now than ever before.
The report states that outdoor upgrades recoup more money than interior renovations... Read More |
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Real Estate Trends for 2011
 The time is now for qualified homebuyers to start looking for their dream home. Low house prices combined with low mortgage rates make 2011 the perfect time to purchase a home.
Buyers get what they want.
Experts from the Urban Land Institute predict that homeowners will continue to buy smaller, more energy-efficient houses. Since people are looking at first homes as a ten-year commitment instead of the previous five-year, they are less likely to settle for a property... Read More |
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Bathroom Design is All in the Details
Courtesy of ARA Content
 It's most likely one of the top reasons you've been putting off that bathroom makeover or remodel—you're just not sure which design elements you want to incorporate into the room. What color theme will you use? Do you want a pedestal sink or a furniture-style vanity? Will you incorporate any 'green' faucets or fixtures? And, if you do, will they still look good and perform well?
These questions, and many others, should be at the top of your list when you start mapping out... Read More
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Four Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your House
 When your house sits on the market without any offers, you start to question why it hasn't sold. Is it the economy? Is it in the wrong location? Sometimes the problem isn't the economy or the location, but rather simple homeowner mistakes. Here are the top mistakes homeowners make when selling their homes.
1. Pricing too High
Homebuyers are concerned with their bottom line, not yours; if you price your house higher than the neighborhood average in an attempt to cover your expenses, you will scare off buyers who are looking out for their own finances. Keep your asking price in line with comparable homes... Read More |
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Protect Your Hardwood Floors
 The rich, warm color and sleek look of a hardwood floor adds elegance and class to any home. However, unless they are properly maintained, hardwood floors will become noticeably dull and scratched after only a few years of wear. To keep your hardwood floors beautiful, you must carefully maintain their condition.
1. Prevention is key. Sand and dirt that is brought into the home by foot traffic can have very damaging effects on a hardwood floor. If there is sand on the floor, daily activity will grind it into the surface of the flooring and leave scratches and scuffs. To prevent this, do not allow shoes in the home. Get into a routine of removing your shoes at the door, and place a large mat at the entrance of the home to catch dirt before it enters the home... Read More |
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