IS YOUR HOME READY FOR WINTER

IS YOUR HOME READY FOR WINTER If it seems like a homeowner’s job is never done, you’re right. And the end of summer means colder weather is on the way. Is your home ready?

PAY OFF YOUR MORTGAGE FASTER

PAY OFF YOUR MORTGAGE FASTER Retiring your mortgage early can save thousands in interest and enhance your financial sense of security. But is early pay off right for you? And how do you do it? Find out.

FIXES BUYERS LOVE

FIXES BUYERS LOVE Before you put your house on the market you’ll want to spruce it up. These easy repairs will appeal to today’s home buyers and set the stage for a top-dollar sale.

MAKING THE OFFER

You can’t buy a house without making an offer. Check out these 5 tips to write an offer a seller won’t refuse and make your American Dream come true.

CONTINGENCIES

CONTINGENCIES Thanks to contingency clauses, homebuyers have a legal way out of a purchase agreement if the deal goes awry. Learn about various contingencies and how they protect you.

HOW TO WIN A BIDDING WAR

HOW TO WIN A BIDDING WAR In a hot market where multiple offers are the norm and all-cash offers leave many would-be buyers on the losing end, it pays to know how to navigate a bidding war. Here’s how.

OLD VS. NEW CONSTRUCTION

Buying an existing house or a newly built one depends as much on personal preference as on price, availability and other factors. Consider the pros and cons of each in making your choice.