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We can see more clearly now. For today?
We can see more clearly now… that the smoke isn’t in our eyes from Canada’s wildfires. Gone are the dark clouds, for today. But the wildfires are still burning. So is the noise around them. It’s a disaster worth thinking through before amnesia sets in. Here are...
Who Still Goes to a Bank for a Mortgage?
Who still goes to a bank for a home mortgage these days? Nonbank lenders originated more than two-thirds of all mortgages in the first half of 2023. That's a record.
It’s Not Your Father’s Mortgage
It’s not your father’s home mortgage market. Back then, home buyers went to the friendly local banker who knew them. Back then, there also were no national mortgage companies. Today, the biggest mortgage lenders are Rocket Cos....
Heat Pumps
HEAT PUMPS BEAT Heat pumps have arrived. For the first time, heat pump sales topped annual gas...
Why Open Bath Windows?
Bathrooms without adequate ventilation develop problems. That’s preventable. For every bathroom, the best solution is a good bath fan. It’s the unsung hero that exhausts the moist air – and odors.The best news is that installing bath fans is not rocket science. It’s...
What To Know When Doing For Sale By Owner
Selling DIY. FSBO? Every home buying or selling decision is a big decision, starting with big dollars. We get it. We’ve been involved for decades. ...
What Does a Home Inspection Cost?
Prices for good home inspections vary according to the work and services needed. Still, the price differences are fairly small, particularly considering a home inspection is one of the best investments anyone buying (or selling) a home can make. That’s why HUD...
I Got A Bad Home Inspection
1 – Finding Top Home Inspectors “I got such a bad home inspection,” clients sometimes blurt out.We feel for them. And it hurts our feelings. We know how much help a good home inspection is, day-in and day-out.There is plenty of...
How To Read Your Home Inspection Report
THE MOST IMPORTANT TAKEAWAY – READ THE ENTIRE REPORT First, read the whole report, not just the “Summary” or “Highlights.” After-all, you paid for it! ...
How To Prepare Your House for A Home Inspection 2
10 easy steps to prepare: Turn off alarms. Your agent should have the alarm code to be safe. Trips to re-inspect homes are not free. Be sure all utilities are on. Water, electricity, and gas need to be working for the inspection. Otherwise, the...
How To Prepare Your Home for An Inspection
Preparing your home for an inspection is easy and it makes a difference. Below are 9 easy steps. Turn off alarms. Your agent should have the alarm code to be safe. Because, trips to re-inspect home are not free.Be sure all utilities are on. Water,...
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