A condo seems like the perfect deal. In fact in most parts of the country, owning a condo can be cheaper than renting, but before you throw your lawn mower out for “worry free living,” here are some reasons Why Not to Buy a Condo: HoA Fees Increase Every month you will be charged HomeOwner […]
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Replacing Your Own Windows With Vinyl Replacement Windows To Save Money
As Whether you want to admit it or not, windows on a house are a commodity. As time goes on, you will “use up” your windows. The windows in my house are construction grade windows that were original to the house 24 years ago. The seals on the windows are still good, but they look […]
The Housing Market Post 2012 is Looking Terrible
Today there was a revision to the housing market predictions for 2012. Over one hundred housing analysts and expert were surveyed by Zillow. The conclusion made was that they believe housing prices will drop 0.7% in 2012 and will hopefully return to “trend levels” by 2016. “Trend levels” apparently now mean roughly 3.5% a year […]
Planning to Buy a Home When You’re in Debt–Guest Post
Planning to buy a home when you’re in debt – Is this a feasible idea? Are you planning to buy a house of your own? If answered yes, you have to go through a nerve-wracking experience as the entire process is not a simple one. Buying a house is a huge investment as the money […]
Small House Living and Why You Should Do it
Small House Living is not a new concept, but with the recent global recession small housing is getting a lot more attention. There are many reasons to live in a small house, but why live in a small house? Here are some reasons to consider living in a small house. 1. It’s Cheap It goes […]
Reasons to Stay Out of The Housing Market in 2012
The media has been fairly upbeat about housing market for the start of 2012, so is now a good time buy? I for one am optimistic that the housing market may stabilize a bit more in 2012, but I am not sold on a true housing recovery. If you take a look at the S&P/Case-Shiller […]