13 Extra Costs to be Aware of Before Buying a Home
Whether you're looking to buy your first home, or trading up to a larger one, there are many costs - on top of the purchase price - that you must figure into your calculation of affordability. These extra fees, such as taxes and other additional costs, could surprise you with an unwanted financial ... more...

Creative Ways to Raise Money to Start a Business
If you're like many women who want to start a home based business, one of the things that may be stopping you is a lack of funds.While there are many new Network Marketing and Direct Sales businesses that are free to join, it will take at least some money to get things rolling...money for business ... more...

Safety Tips For People Living In An Enclosed Area
Most of you live in a dwelling that has electricity. This archaic technology makes many things possible in you life. Unfortunately, electricity can be deadly if used improperly. As stated before, the information provided is not all inclusive. You will have to research you own situation and, if ... more...

A "Small Home" Primer
Introduction Smaller houses are very popular and there are many reasons that people are looking for the right-sized home. Empty nesters, those people whose children have now moved out on their own, have too much house to take care of and may want to use their equity for more enjoyable purposes. ... more...

Home Buyer 10 Extra Costs Above the Sales Price
1)Mortgage Application, Brokers Fees, and Points These costs can amount to thousands of dollars some like the application fee are poc (paid outside of closing) $200 to $500 depending on the lender. Broker fees a percentage of the loan are sometimes waived or rolled into the mortgage. Points .5% to ... more...

Simple Ways to Save Money
Things are so expensive these days. We seem to be hearing, and saying, that a lot lately at the gas pump, in the grocery store and especially when paying bills. But there are simple ways to help save money without making sacrifices in your lifestyle. Small savings can turn into large rewards for ... more...

Building a Home Addition
Besides providing your home with more living space, a home addition can be a terrific investment. However, before embarking on such a project the homeowner should first consider several important items. These items include: home market values in the neighborhood, financing, size and scale of ... more...

Mobile Homes... What to Look for
Mobile homes are usually mounted on grade-level wooden or concrete blocks, with the trailer wheels removed. They are typically skirted with vinyl or aluminum siding, or painted plywood sheathing. Mobile homes are sometimes installed on concrete block foundations, and it can be difficult to ... more...

House Sitters Are Coming to the Rescue of Many Travellers
Everyone seems to have accepted the fact that the days of leaving your door unlocked are over. The rise of crime is affecting everyone, not just those who live in the larger cities. In fact, homes in rural areas are being targeted like never before--due to the opportunity a secluded area provides ... more...