Monthly Archives: April 2018

There are many unsubstantiated theories as to why home values are continuing to increase. From those who are worried that lending standards are again becoming too lenient (data shows this is untrue), to those who are concerned that prices are … Continue reading →

Reprinted from RIS Media’s Housecall By Hannah Whittenly The housing market in some areas may make your home search more difficult. Be aware of what the market looks like before you decide to go house-hunting. Here are some other tips … Continue reading →

Reprinted from RIS Media’s Housecall By Cary Teller Homes cost a lot of money to maintain. But are you spending extra money unnecessarily on upkeep? Here are 10 of the most expensive mistakes you could be making in your home. … Continue reading →

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Some Highlights: The average down payment for first-time homebuyers is only 6%! Despite mortgage interest rates being over 4%, rates are still below historic numbers. 88% of property managers raised their rents in the last … Continue reading →

Reprinted from RIS Media’s Housecall By Kara Masterson It’s an exciting milestone in a young person’s life to be on the cusp of purchasing a first home. If this is where you are at the moment, you probably have mixed … Continue reading →

Reprinted from RIS Media’s Housecall By Brooke Nally If you’re into renovation projects, then updating and revamping your home can be a lot of fun. But before you get too excited about knocking down walls and setting up a custom … Continue reading →

Reprinted from RIS Media’s Housecall By Nancy Kupka, Ph.D., RN As you age, you may decide that less is more. When you downsize your home, there can be less to pay for, less to take care of and less to … Continue reading →

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Why are home prices still rising? It is a simple answer. There are more purchasers in the market right now than there are available homes for them to buy. This is an example of the … Continue reading →

Reprinted from Keeping Current Matters Owning a home has great financial benefits, yet many continue to rent! Today, let’s look at the financial reasons why owning a home of your own has been a part of the American Dream for … Continue reading →