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Posted on 09/30/2020

5 Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Second Home

Image by Lena Lindell from Pixabay Having a second home gives you an opportunity to spend part of your time living in another area or bring in another source of income if you rent it out. Purchasing another home is a major investment that requires careful consideration. Before you begin looking into properties for sale, keep the following...

Second Home

Vacation Home

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Posted on 09/23/2020

Home Maintenance: Pest Control

Image by dayamay from Pixabay Termites and other wood-destroying organisms can destroy a home in no time. Even if you have stucco on the outside, you have wood under the stucco. If a piece breaks off, termites and other bugs can get inside and destroy the walls. Wood is everywhere in our homes. Even block homes have wood...

Pest Control

Maintenance

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Posted on 09/16/2020

Presentation is Everything When Selling Your Home

The good news about selling your home is that everything does not have to be absolutely perfect to attract buyers! Although some prospective buyers may be sticklers for things like cleanliness, the condition of appliances, and the amount of available storage space, perfection is rarely a requirement. Since most house hunters are primarily focused on finding a house that...

Posted on 09/09/2020

Image by AndyFaeth from Pixabay If you're searching for ways to introduce a little extra green into your home and at the same time learn a satisfying hobby consider building a terrarium. Putting together a terrarium is a learning experience for grown-ups and can draw in kids as well. Not only do you see your handiwork grow and...

Plants

Home Decor

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Posted on 09/02/2020

Understanding the Difference between Easements & Right of Way

Photo by David McBee from Pexels At some point, you might come across the terms “easement” and “right of way.” These terms both imply another person or entity may have use of your property. As a homeowner or buyer in the market for a home, you’ll want to thoroughly understand both of these terms and how they can...

Property

Legal

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Posted on 08/31/2020

Diamond Bar, CA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Diamond Bar, CA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 08/26/2020

How to Use Points to Your Benefit

Photo by Precondo via Pixabay Some mortgage companies offer loans with points. In a nutshell, paying points means paying down the interest rate. One point is equal to 1 percent of the mortgage amount. On a $200,000 mortgage, one point is $2,000. The percentage the interest rate lowers depends on the mortgage company and the market. For example,...

Mortgage

PMI

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Posted on 08/19/2020

Refresh Your Patio Furniture with Paint

Image by MikesPhotos from Pixabay The bistro table and chairs or patio set that welcomed your guests to gather outdoors and gave your porch a pop of color is now less than beautiful with its peeling paint and orange-brown crust. Your outdoor space deserves a freshening up and the best way to go about it for both your...

Paint

Painting Tips

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Posted on 08/12/2020

Tips for Paying Off a Mortgage Quickly

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay One of the critical steps involved in looking for a home is the process of negotiating for a mortgage. Many people dread this process because they find out exactly how much money they are going to have to pay each month. At the same time, this is also an opportunity for people...

Pay Off Mortgage Early

Save On A Mortgage

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Posted on 08/05/2020

How to Find a Great Local Veterinarian

Photo by David Mark via PixabayPicking the right veterinarian for your pets matters. It will put you at ease every time they need a healing touch. Whether you're new in town, or your pet has a specific issue you'd like carefully tended, here's how to find a vet who will offer you a high standard of care. Finding...

Moving

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Posted on 07/31/2020

Diamond Bar, CA Real Estate Market Update

Click here to view Diamond Bar, CA blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 07/29/2020

Top Ideas for Kitchen Renovations

Photo by Solomon Rodgers via Pixabay When you've been in the same home for a while, it is common to get an itch to switch things up a little bit. For many homeowners, this means renovating the kitchen. Renovation is a great way to not only add a little bit of style but also increase the value of...

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