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Sell or Stay Put? 11 Crucial Considerations for Today's Market, According to Real Estate Experts
With the volatility in the housing market over the last few years, many sellers are wondering if now is the right tim...
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What Does the Junk Hauler Do With Your Old Stuff—And Why You Should Care
DIY projects, moves, or simple spring cleaning can create a pile of extra or unwanted items. While many charities tak...
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How to Finance an RV: 12 Steps to Buying a Home Away From Home
Homeownership is a dream for many—owning a home provides a sense of freedom for the owner to make their home their ow...
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VA Loan vs. Conventional Loan: 12 Differences and What They Mean for You
Home buyers might be surprised to learn how many mortgage options they have when shopping for a new house. Active and...
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5 Home Ownership Expenses That Are Tax Deductible—and 5 That Aren’t
If you bought your first home in 2023 or refinanced your home, then you might be in line to take advantage of some ho...
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The 5 Best USDA Lenders of 2024
Backed by the U. S. Department of Agriculture, USDA loans assist borrowers with low-to-moderate incomes looking to pu...
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The 5 Best Moving Companies in Chicago of 2024
Any move is a complicated process, but a move to a major metropolitan area such as Chicago can be overwhelming for an...
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Turning Your Property Into a Vacation Rental? Here's How to Choose Between Airbnb and Vrbo
The short-term rental boom has hugely expanded the accommodation options for travelers and provided a new income stre...
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Forget Keeping Up With the Joneses: The 15 States Where Homeowners Spend the Most on Home Improvement Projects
Some projects require elbow grease and DIY guides from Bob Vila. Others require home improvement loans and profession...
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The Rise of Tenants’ Unions: A Game-Changer for Renters Everywhere
Along with rising home prices, the state of renting has changed dramatically over the last few years. Changes includi...
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Everything That Goes Into Packers and Movers Cost, and Why It's Worth It
Highlights The typical cost range to hire movers and packers is from $280 to $2,200, with a national average cost of...
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What The Holiday Gets Right and Wrong About House Swapping
Released in 2006, The Holiday is about two women who are fed up with their love lives and are looking for a brief esc...
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What Is a Spec House?
Q: I just received a promotion for my job and am moving to a new city. My real estate agent brought up the possibilit...
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The Best Exterior House Paint Colors for Hot and Cold Climates
You know that wearing dark-colored clothing in the sun attracts heat, while lighter colors help reflect sunlight. The...
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The 5 Best Home Warranty Companies in Colorado of 2023
A home warranty can be a helpful tool for homeowners, allowing them to keep homeownership costs manageable while safe...
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Solved! These Are the Steps to Take if You Can't Pay Your Rent or Mortgage This Month
Q: I recently lost my job and I don’t think I’ll be able to pay my rent next month. Is there somewhere I can go to fo...
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The 5 Best Real Estate Websites in California of 2023
The search for a new house no longer begins and ends with a real estate agent. In California, where the real estate m...
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Disappearing Town Explodes With New Life—Thanks to Airbnb
Chances are that if you ask anyone living in Hochatown, Oklahoma, they’ll credit Airbnb for “creating” the town. Hoch...
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The 7 Best Moving Companies for Small Moves of 2023
Many people moving from smaller homes or downsizing opt to DIY their move by renting a truck and moving their belongi...
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8 of Our Favorite Bob Vila Quotes of All Time
1. “The purpose of our series is to show you the many steps involved in taking an old house that’s fallen on really h...
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7 Things Home Inspectors Miss and What to Do About It
A home inspection can be a vital part of the buying process. Inspectors are trained and experienced to look for real ...
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Love That Local Landmark? 5 Reasons to Buy an Old House
Older homes possess charm, character, and craftsmanship that fill some people’s heads with dreams of historic home ow...
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Why Is There a Toilet Here?
Finding a toilet in an “odd” location doesn’t mean the builders or homeowners made a mistake. There’s often a very go...
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From Traditional Landlords to Private Equity Giants: What Tenants Need to Know
The 2008 housing crash changed the landscape of rental housing in the United States, forcing many smaller landlords t...
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Living Modern in an Old House
Welcome to Old House Appreciation with Bob Vila, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the best reasons to own...
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15 of the Cheapest Places to Buy a House in the U.S.
The average home price in the U. S. hit a new record in late 2022, and interest rates are higher than they’ve been in...
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6 Old House Features Making a Comeback in New Builds
Did you grow up in a home with a carriage house in the back? Maybe you lived in a split-level home built in the 1950s...
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The Best Moving Companies in New York City of 2023
Moving to, from, or within a major city like the Big Apple—with potentially steep moving expenses and the complicatio...
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Solved! Is It Better to Remodel Your Home, or Move to a New One?
Q: I live in an older home, and the space just isn’t working for me anymore. Remodeling could help, but I’m wary abou...
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First American Home Warranty Vs. American Home Shield: Which Company Should You Choose in 2023?
American Home Shield and First American Home Warranty are two of the top home warranty providers in the nation, and b...
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15 Small American Towns That You Can Buy (Yes, Really!)
In today’s constantly evolving landscape of American real estate, an intriguing movement has emerged: the sale of sma...
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These 10 Moody Paint Colors Will Help You Get More for Your Home Sale
Bright paint colors are making way for darker, richer tones that add greater value to homes in 2023, according to a n...
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(Almost) Deal-Breakers: 13 Unusual Things Buyers Could Love or Hate About Your House
It is fun and exciting to personalize your home with your own style, but going overboard with unique features may end...
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These Are the 10 Most Humid States in America
Most folks have heard the comment, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity!” And If you’ve ever been outside on a humid...
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16 Signs Your House Isn’t Ready to Go on the Market
Think you’re ready to list your home? Especially if you’ve never sold a property before, there’s some homework you ha...
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12 Ways Your Neighbors Can Screw Up Your Home's Sale
You’re finally ready to sell your home. You have meticulously staged it, completed every repair, and boosted its curb...
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18 States Where It's Cheaper to Build Than to Buy
Many homeowners dream of building their own house, but steep building costs usually stop most homeowners from buildin...
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The Best Moving Companies in California of 2023
Finding the right full-service moving company for the job is crucial when planning a relocation, and moves to and fro...
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Boost Your Luck With These 9 Superstitions Around Buying a Home
With everything that can go wrong when moving, it can't hurt to welcome in a bit of luck. A new home represents a fre...
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14 Telltale Signs That a House Will Be Going on the Market
There’s no easy way to say it: if you’re hunting for your next home, you’ll have a lot to contend with in this summer...
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What Is a Perc Test?
Q: I want to install a new septic system on my property, but before that can happen, the soil apparently needs to pas...
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The Great Debate: Does Every Home Need a Bathtub?
There are shower people, and then there are bath people. While these two groups may be able to debate the advantages ...
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Home Appraisal vs. Inspection: Key Differences All Buyers and Sellers Should Know
Even though both a home inspection and a home appraisal involve a certified professional visiting a house and evaluat...
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The Best Moving Companies in San Diego of 2023
Whether moving to or from San Diego or simply making a local move across this West Coast city, finding the right movi...
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The Best Airbnb Management Companies of 2023
Homeowners can sit back and earn revenue from their vacation rental while a property management company handles the d...
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The Best Online Real Estate Schools in Texas of 2023
Texas boasts some of the fastest-growing cities in the U. S. , offering plenty of opportunities for licensed real est...
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The Best Home Builders in Iowa of 2023
The Hawkeye State is an appealing place to live. The cost of living is one of the most affordable in the country, and...
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The Best Online Real Estate Schools in California of 2023
The real estate industry can offer a lucrative career, particularly in a place like California, which long has been k...
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The Best Home Builders in Texas of 2023
With its low taxes, range of job prospects, and affordable cost of living, many folks are choosing to build homes in ...
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The Best Airbnb Alternatives of 2023
The explosion of the short-term vacation rental marketplace, fueled by Airbnb’s popularity, has changed the way trave...
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11 Curb Appeal Trends for 2023
Investing in your home's exterior is always a good idea, whether you’re hoping to impress prospective homebuyers or s...
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10 Ways to Learn How To Love the Home You Hate
It's normal to feel sad or disappointed after buying a home. In fact, a recent study from Zillow found that 75 percen...
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10 Houses on the National Register of Historic Places Worth Seeing
You can learn a lot about American history by visiting homes on the National Register of Historic Places. From variou...
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10 Things to Consider When Installing an Income Suite
Installing an independent housing unit at your property can be a big investment, but if planned well, an income suite...
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Moving Checklist: 6 Important Stages to Get You From One Place to Another
Moving to a new home is an exciting experience, but it can also be a stressful and overwhelming process. From packing...
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10 Things You Need to Know When Moving to a Warmer Climate
Many people dream of moving to a warmer climate. While the idea of living in a place where the sun shines year-round ...
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Renters: It's OK to Ask Your Landlord for These Home Upgrades
Welcome to The State of Rentals with Bob Vila, a series dedicated to showing both landlords and tenants the crucial s...
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When to Call Your Landlord Immediately—And When to Solve the Problem Yourself
Welcome to The State of Rentals with Bob Vila, a series dedicated to showing both landlords and tenants the crucial s...
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10 Things a Landlord Cannot Do
Whether you are looking to rent an apartment or considering buying a rental property, it is essential to know what la...
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Solved! What Is Title Insurance for a House?
Q: I’m about to buy my first house and was told I needed to get title insurance. What is title insurance for a house,...
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The State of Renting in 2023: What All Tenants and Landlords Need to Know
Welcome to The State of Rentals with Bob Vila, a series dedicated to showing both landlords and tenants the crucial s...
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Renters: When to Accept an Oral Agreement and When to Insist on a Written Contract
When it comes to renting a property, it’s essential to know the types of agreements that should be in writing. While ...
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Is Now the Time to Buy Rental Property? 10 Questions to Ask Yourself
Investing in real estate is one of the best ways to create personal wealth, but, like any other investment, there are...
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14 Do's and Don'ts for Selling a Property with Existing Tenants
Selling a home is stressful enough. Selling a rental property with existing tenants can be downright overwhelming. Co...
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Landlords: When to Evict a Tenant—and Where to Start
Welcome to The State of Rentals with Bob Vila, a series dedicated to showing both landlords and tenants the crucial s...
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The 12 Best Trees for Front-Yard Landscaping
Trees form the architecture of residential landscapes, adding beauty along with several practical benefits. The best ...
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The 9 Best Real Estate Books for Beginners to Shop in 2023
The real estate market can be confusing. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, are ready to start investing ...
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Ready to Rent: Checklist for Owning and Operating Residential Rental Property
The paint is dry, the apartment is spotless, and the appliances are plugged in. You're a new landlord, ready to earn ...
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12 Financial Pitfalls to Avoid As a New Landlord
Although the profit generated from real estate investing is often referred to as “passive” income, property owners ca...
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To Buy or Not to Buy: 9 Things to Consider Before You Choose a Rental Property
Certain principles hold true when buying an investment property, whether you want to become a real estate mogul or si...
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What Is Tree Equity and How Can You Help Improve It in Your Community?
Q: I recently read about tree equity in the infrastructure bill and the many tree benefits for communities. But some ...
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The Best Real Estate CRM Software of 2023
Real estate is a relationship business that requires agents to juggle a list of current and past clients while consta...
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8 Things Renters Should Always Look for on Their Apartment Leases
A lease spells out the terms of a rental agreement between landlords and tenants. Because these documents are written...
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Solved! What Does En Suite Mean?
Q: I’m shopping for a new home and keep seeing the term “en suite” in house listings. What does en suite mean?A: When...
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Renters: How to Know If You're Being Discriminated Against and What to Do About It
In the midst of a rental housing crisis, properties become flooded with tenancy applications. Finding the right home ...
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6 Things to Know Before Buying a House With a Standby Generator
Standby generators are incredible pieces of equipment. They sit quietly outside until the second they’re needed, at w...
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Moving Container vs. Truck Rental: Which One is Better for Moving?
Finding a new place to live is only part one of the moving process. Once you’ve found your new digs, actually getting...
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The 15 States With the Lowest Property Taxes in the U.S.
How much are you paying in property taxes? Depending on where you live, your property taxes may be modest, or they ma...
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What Exactly Is a Master-Planned Community and Why Does It Matter?
If you like the idea of living within a self-contained town, seeing the same types of houses in your neighborhood, an...
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Redfin vs. Zillow: Which Real Estate Website Should You Use in 2023?
Much of the real estate experience has gone digital, which has perks. It’s much easier to find a home online from the...
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20 Landscaping Mistakes That Make Home Buyers Walk the Other Way
If you’re selling your home or planning to sell it soon, you know how important it is to make sure that it looks tidy...
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The Top Projects Bob Vila Editors Have Planned for 2023
If your home improvement project list is overwhelming, you’re not alone. Here at Bob Vila, we editors are right there...
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Solved! Is Home Title Theft Real?
Q: I saw on the news that criminals can steal your home title through identity fraud. Is home title theft real? How c...
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6 Places in the U.S. Where Homes Are Almost Uninsurable Because of Wildfires
Climate change is a reality—and a sad one at that for many. Wildfires and other natural disasters have led some insur...
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5 Reasons Not to Own a House in Your Name
Homeownership is an aspiration for many people, but not all homeowners actually own a home in their name. There are t...
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The Great Debate: Can You Over Improve a House?
You’ve doubtless heard the mantra of “Location, Location, Location” as the defining factor when buying a home and kno...
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Quicken Loans vs. Rocket Mortgage: What You Need To Know
Shopping for a mortgage can be stressful, even if the borrower understands what a mortgage is and how one works. With...
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A Step-By-Step Guide on What to Do After Inheriting a House
The death of a loved one can trigger many strong emotions—grief, anger, disbelief, or even guilt. Those emotions can ...
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How a Comprehensive Short-Term Rental Strategy Can Boost Your Rental Income
The short-term rental (STR) market has exploded in recent years, generating about 30 percent more income on average t...
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25 Things Real Estate Agents Would Never Want in Their Own Homes
Real estate agents see dozens of homes each week. They know which amenities sell a house, and which can cause a listi...
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12 Exterior Paint Colors That'll Help Sell Your House
Like the hues you choose for indoor spaces, exterior house paint colors should put a smile on your face day after day...
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Will Mortgage Rates Go Down in 2023?
Q: I’m ready to buy a house, but I keep hearing different opinions about whether now is a good time to buy because of...
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6 Airbnbs That Show Why Themed Short-Term Rentals Are a Great Income Producer
If you're considering entering the short-term rental (STR) space, distinguishing yourself from your many competitors ...
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5 Financing Options to Kick-Start Your Real Estate Investing Career
Last year, American property owners earned more from real estate appreciation than they did at their jobs. This start...
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The Dos and Don'ts of Garage Staging to Sell Your Home
The saying goes, "One person's trash is another person's treasure. " However, this may not be the case regarding your...
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How to Become an Airbnb Host
Since Airbnb’s inception in 2007, the platform has become a popular travel tool with over one billion people using it...
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The Best Virtual Staging Companies
When a house goes on the market, it can be tough for prospective home buyers to imagine themselves living there when ...
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The State of Real Estate: A Look Back at What Changed in 2022
After 2 years of a tight housing market driven by a pandemic and a shortage of inventory, real estate sales took a de...
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8 Essential Renovations to Make in Your Short-Term Rental to Boost Income
The short-term rental space has become saturated in the past few years. Landlords looking to boost their rental incom...
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How Much Does It Cost to Move a House?
Typical Range: $15,000 to $200,000Moving to a new location can be hard, especially for homeowners who are attached ...
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21 Sugarcoated Real Estate Listings for Real-Life Gingerbread House Builds
‘Tis the season for swapping spackle and nails for frosting and gumdrops! The Bob Vila cookie construction crew recen...
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Tax Credit vs. Tax Deduction: What All Homeowners Should Know
Homeownership can offer big tax benefits, and taking advantage of those benefits is especially important now, as high...
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The Best Cheap Moving Services of 2023
For many, moving day is one of dread, exhaustion, and stress. People often feel overwhelmed by the chaos of packing e...
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The Best Small Cities to Live in in 2022
Small Town LivingIf you’re tired of the hustle and bustle of living in a big city or the traffic that follows you to ...
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Airbnb vs. Vrbo: Which One Should Vacationers Choose in 2023?
Once upon a time, travelers consulted a paper travel guide (or, in a splurge, a travel agent) to find a place to stay...
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Solved! What Is a Jumbo Loan?
Q: My husband and I are hoping to buy a new home in a luxury neighborhood. Our mortgage broker told us the house we’r...
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How Much Does a Real Estate Agent Make Per Sale?
Q: I’m looking to buy a house soon, but I’ve heard real estate agent fees can really add up. How much does a real est...
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How Long Does a Home Inspection Take?
Q: After a few weeks of searching, I found a home that suits my budget and seems to be in good condition. Before maki...
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Would You Buy Your Home on TikTok?
Virtual home tours have become increasingly popular as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, 42% of respondents...
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12 Ways Buying a Home Has Changed Over the Past 50 Years
Parents and advice go hand in hand, and parents often have relevant experience that can help guide you through big li...
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12 Specialists You Need If You're Buying an Old House
Prepare Yourself for Updates and RenovationsThere will always be a market for old houses. They have charm and history...
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The Truths About Buying and Living in an Old House
Welcome to Old House Appreciation with Bob Vila, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the best places to find...
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Are Old Houses Cheaper Than New Ones?
This article is part of Old House Appreciation with Bob Vila, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the best p...
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Best Places in the U.S. to Find Historic Homes for Sale
This article is part of Old House Appreciation with Bob Vila, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the best p...
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9 Resources for Finding Amazing Old Houses for Sale
This article is part of Old House Appreciation with Bob Vila, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the best p...
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Guide to Buying Older Homes by Decade
This article is part of Old House Appreciation with Bob Vila, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the best p...
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5 Home Styles That Look Like Haunted Houses
With names like “Purgatory Scream Park,” “Frightmare Farms,” “Blood Manor,” and “Edge of Hell Haunted House,” modern-...
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The Most Magical Features of Old Houses
Harness the Magic and Mystery of Old HomesEnticing old-home components are the stuff of beloved childhood books and c...
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Condo vs. Apartment: What’s the Difference, and Which One Is Right for You?
The current real estate market is making it difficult for many individuals to afford a single-family home or a townho...
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The House That Almost Wasn’t Because of the Shed That Is About to Be
This series ends with the renovation of a shed, but begins with the search for a home. Maybe that reads more like the...
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The Best Property Management Software of 2023
Although real estate can be an excellent investment, managing a portfolio of rental properties can quickly become ove...
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7 Unconventional Ways to Sell a Home in 2022
You can count on the real estate market to be consistent in one area: constant change. One day your house may be one ...
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5 Ways Selling a Condo Differs From Selling a House
Selling a condo, townhome, or house can be daunting, and if you’re a condo owner, your sales tactics need to be tailo...
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Solved! How Does Rent-to-Own Work in Home Buying?
Q: I want to buy a house, but my credit score isn’t great and I don’t have enough saved for a down payment. I’ve hear...
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How to Flip a House
Welcome to Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the best places f...
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10 Insider Secrets for Reducing the Cost of Your Flip House Renovation
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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Solved! What to Do If You Can’t (or Don’t Want to) Sell Your Flip House
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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9 Moves House Flippers Should Make in a Cooling Real Estate Market
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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10 States With the Cheapest Home Prices
While recent reports from industry experts have predicted a recession in the housing market, prices in densely popula...
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Leave These 9 Things Broken When Selling a Home
If you’re planning to sell your house, you need to make it attractive to buyers, while also weighing what makes the m...
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5 Important Things to Know Before Flipping a House
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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Don't Forget This Crucial Step When Shopping for a House to Flip
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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The 10 Best Cities in the U.S. for House Flipping
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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The Unexpected Costs of Owning a Condo
Living in a condo certainly has some appeal. You are only personally responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of your ...
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12 Final Touches That Can Help Sell a Flip House for More Money
This article is part of Bob Vila's Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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The 70% Rule in House Flipping, Explained
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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8 House Flipping Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
This article is part of Bob Vila’s Guide to House Flipping in 2022, a month-long series dedicated to showing you the ...
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Solved! What Does "House Poor" Really Mean?
Q: I recently graduated from college and am on the market to buy a new home. A few of my family members keep cautioni...
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11 Unenforceable HOA Rules—and How to Fight Them
There are benefits to living in a community with a homeowners association, otherwise known as an HOA. What is an HOA,...
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15 Tiny House Communities That Are as Efficient as They Are Charming
Although a global pandemic and strict zoning laws stymied tiny house purchases in recent years, the popularity of the...
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8 Things to Know Before Buying a House in a Wildfire-Prone Region
Wildfires can wreak havoc on entire communities instantaneously. Unfortunately, wildfires are getting more intense an...
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The Best Foreclosure Sites of 2023
A foreclosure is certainly not an event to celebrate. A property lands in foreclosure after a homeowner has lost thei...
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The Best Packing Services of 2023
There’s a good reason moving is considered one of the most stressful life events. Moving from point A to point B invo...
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This Property Type Has More Competition Among Home Buyers Than Single-Family Homes Right Now
Throughout much of 2022, a high percentage of home sellers were seeing bidding wars. Many sold their homes for signif...
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This Millennial Trend Could Hurt a House Sale
We all know the importance of curb appeal when it’s time to sell a home, but did you know that the color of your fron...
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Realtor vs. Real Estate Agent: Key Differences All Home Buyers and Sellers Should Know
If you intend to sell or buy a home, you will likely need the help of an experienced real estate professional to help...
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The Best Drones for Real Estate
Drones, technically known as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), are capable of capturing aerial images and video footag...
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United Van Lines Is an Outstanding Moving Company—If You Can Get Past This One Hurdle
The biggest, most insurmountable hurdle of a move is the move itself. Many people who have decided to move have a mom...
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These Are the Most Valuable House Styles in the U.S. in 2022
House prices have steadily risen across the country and show no signs of slowing. While location is often considered ...
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These Outdoor Features Will Improve Your Yard—and Your Home’s Value
This is the fourth installment of Bob Vila’s Most Valuable Projects of 2022, a month-long series featuring high-ROI h...
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Should I Include an Escalation Clause in My Real Estate Offer?
Q: I’m thinking about making an offer on a property. My real estate agent suggested that I should include an escalati...
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Throngs of Home Buyers Have Relocated to Drought-Stricken Regions—What That Means for the Water Crisis
Many people spend their lives dreaming of retiring to a warmer climate, but some are getting more than they bargained...
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Condo vs. Townhouse: What’s the Difference, and Which One is Right For You?
Whether you’re looking to buy your first home or you’re ready to retire and downsize, you might be wondering whether ...
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The Best Property Management Courses
Property management courses offer a wealth of information for students looking to break into the industry. They can c...
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Contingent vs. Pending: What’s the Difference Between These Real Estate Terms?
The terms “contingent” and “pending” are often used to describe real estate transactions. But what does it mean when ...
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The 13 Telltale Signs of a Well-Preserved Old Home
While you should watch out for potential red flags when looking for a new home, it’s just as important to know how to...
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Moving Soon? 12 Essentials to Bring for the First Week in Your New Home
Moving is stressful, whether you move down the street or across the country. Meticulous organizers know the importanc...
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The Pros and Cons of Living in an A-Frame House
A-frame homes are making a comeback. These cozy buildings are simple structures where the sloped sides of the A-shape...
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These Are the 10 Best Cities for Downsizing in 2022
If your home feels empty now that your children are grown, if you have high mortgage payments, or if you're looking t...
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How to Spot Shoddy Renovations While House Hunting
House hunting is exciting, but trying to get the most house for the money can be a nerve-wracking process. Many selle...
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The Dos and Don’ts of Real Estate Bidding Wars
Real estate seems out of control as of late. In an ultra-hot real estate market, homes are being sold for as much as ...
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Will That Renovation Really Increase Your Home's Value?
Are you thinking about refinancing or selling your home? Then it’s helpful to know its value, and a home value estima...
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10 Harsh Realities of House Hunting in 2022
Many home-buying hopefuls dutifully donned masks to attend open houses in late 2020 and 2021 only to find themselves ...
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7 Home Renovations That Will Definitely Raise Your Property Taxes
Counties calculate property taxes using two primary factors: a home's assessed value and the local millage, or "mill,...
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9 Home Improvements That Won’t Increase the Value of Your Property
Before spending money on renovations and home improvements, it’s important to consider which upgrades will actually a...
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8 Things You Should Know Before Buying a House With Solar Panels
In 2021, solar energy accounted for 46 percent of all new electricity-generating capacity added in the United States....
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Home Features That Protect Against Climate Change Are Key Selling Points for Today's Buyers, According to Zillow
You may already know that making your home more eco-friendly can increase your return on investment, but did you know...
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4 Crucial Things to Know When Pricing Your Home for Sale in Today’s Volatile Market
During the past two years, home prices have been, for lack of a better word, crazy, so much so that we’ve been warnin...
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What to Expect When Buying a House with Cash
Some home buyers don’t have to take out a mortgage on a home because they have enough cash. Perhaps they’ve earned th...
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The Best Real Estate Websites
There was once a time when looking for a home involved driving through countless neighborhoods looking for “For Sale”...
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Solved! What Is a Mortgage, and Do I Need One to Buy a Home?
Q: I’m in the process of buying my first home, and there are so many complexities to the process that I’m overwhelmed...
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Here’s What Rising Rent Prices Mean for the Housing Market
Alongside increasing home costs and higher mortgage rates, rent costs are also rising. This makes it more difficult f...
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How Will Rising Mortgage Rates and Inflation Affect Home Buyers This Year?
The hot housing market of the past couple of years saw home buyers in bidding wars and having to settle for less in a...
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Bob Vila’s “Must Do” Projects for April
Spring is here, and with it comes a bouquet of seasonal responsibilities. It’s time to clean and repair outdoor eleme...
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What Is a Pocket Listing in Real Estate?
Q: When it comes to real estate, I’ve heard the term “pocket listing,” but I’m not entirely clear on what it means. W...
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The Latest in 3D-Printed Homes Uses Recycled Plastic Instead of Concrete
One of the biggest innovations in the housing market has been the introduction of 3D-printed homes, which builders ca...
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How to Make a Rental Feel Like Home
Even though you love your new place, it can sometimes be difficult to make your rental house or apartment feel like y...
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The Best Home Value Estimator Sites
You may be on the verge of making an important financial decision about your home. Perhaps you are about to sell it b...
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The Best Long-Distance Moving Companies of March 2024
Moving is both a hassle and an adventure. There’s so much to do in so little time, yet there's something exciting abo...
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13 Signs That a Home Has “Good Bones,” According to Construction and Real Estate Pros
Fresh paint, new carpeting, and other cosmetic touch-ups can hide a wealth of material defects in a house. When evalu...
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The Best Vacation Rental Sites of 2023
It’s time to jump on the vacation rental bandwagon if you haven’t already. This growing market has exploded in popula...
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What's the Difference Between Mobile Homes, Manufactured Homes, and Modular Homes?
Mobile, manufactured, and modular homes are all types of prefabricated homes. These "prefab" homes are built in a fac...
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The Best Tenant Screening Services
If you are a property owner looking to fill a vacancy, you’ll need a sophisticated way to vet potential tenants. Good...
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What Is a Real Estate Attorney, and Why Would You Need One?
When selling or buying a home or other property, most people expect to see the real estate agents for both parties at...
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Real Estate Sites Are Dropping Neighborhood Crime Data—Here's Why
Buying a house is the most significant financial purchase many will make, which is why it's vital to know everything ...
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Buying a House With a Friend? Don’t Do It—But if You Do...
Many regions of the United States are in a seller’s market as home prices continue to rise. In fact, December 2021 Zi...
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Whose Responsibility Is It: Homeowner, Town, or Utility Company?
First-time homeowners might be surprised at some of the things that they are responsible for maintaining, such as hav...
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The Best Home Equity Loans of 2024
Home equity loans can be helpful when a homeowner needs to make home improvements, but they can also assist with othe...
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The Best Home Improvement Loans of 2024
Homeownership comes with many responsibilities, including the eventual need to perform renovations or repairs as the ...
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What Is Virtual Staging, and Is It Worth It for Selling Your Home?
 Q: I’ve heard that it’s important to stage my home before I put it on the market, since this may help it sell faster...
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With Most Eviction Moratoriums Ending in 2021, What Will 2022 Look Like for Landlords and Renters?
In 2020, emergency eviction bans came amid a rash of layoffs and pandemic-related work shutdowns that left millions o...
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No More "Master Bedrooms"? Real Estate Agents' Terminology is Changing with the Times
Sellers may be surprised to find real estate agents describing their homes in new ways. To comply with Fair Housing l...
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Solved! What Are the Different Types of Loans for a Home?
Q: I’ve been saving for a while to buy my first home, and just recently started looking at mortgage options. There ar...
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What Is an FHA Home Loan? Everything to Know About Qualifying for an FHA Loan
Q: We’ve been trying to save for a home for years, but with rent being sky-high we haven’t been able to save enough. ...
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What’s the Difference? HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan
Many homeowners don’t realize they’re sitting on an untapped source of money that they can use to finance other proje...
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The Best Property Management Companies
Many people are becoming interested in real estate these days, and you may be one of them. You may own numerous homes...
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Solved! How Does a Home Equity Loan Work?
Q: We have decided to renovate our home to make it into our dream house rather than move, but it will be a pricey ren...
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What Are iBuyers, and Can They Really Drive Up Real Estate Prices?
If you keep up with current affairs, you probably caught wind of the uproar over a viral TikTok video in which a real...
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12 Products Under $30 That Will Make Renovating Your Home Easier
Hammers, cordless drills, reciprocating saws, and the like are all essentials for serious home renovation projects, b...
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The Best Online Real Estate Schools of 2023
Nothing can beat the interaction that students can get from an in-person real estate course. Not only does the instru...
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The Best Mobile Home Movers
Moving a mobile home is a unique challenge that will require the assistance of the best mobile home movers available....
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7 Ways to Be Less Wasteful While Moving
About 40 million Americans move every single year, and they generate a lot of waste as they head from one residence t...
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Relocating? 10 Factors to Consider as You Choose a New Place to Live
It's not uncommon to fantasize about leaving the city for a country oasis or moving to a warmer climate. As remote wo...
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15 Warning Signs to Look for Before Making an Offer on a Property
Home buyers can gain a wealth of information about a property by attending an open house. Spotting problems that hide in plain sight can save trouble—and needless...
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5 Reasons Why You Should Reconsider Renovating Your Home
Renovations can make your home more comfortable and attractive, and can often increase your home’s value. However, it...
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Writing a Real Estate "Love Letter"? Here's What to Say (and What Not to Say)
When home buyers compete to buy a house in a hot market, they’ll try all sorts of techniques to stand out above other...
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5 Things to Know Before Buying Land to Build a House
Buying land to build a house is more complex than it might initially seem. For many, having a home built to their spe...
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What is a Cesspool, and Should I Buy a House That has One?
Q: My wife and I are looking at homes, and have come across a few in our area that have cesspools instead of municipa...
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The 9 Best House-Hunting Apps All Buyers and Sellers Should Know
Streamline your search and find a home that checks all the boxes on your house-hunting checklist with one of these real estate apps.
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6 Reasons Why Buying a Big House Could Be a Bad Idea
The pandemic caused most of us to spend more time at home than we ever have, and for some—especially those with young...
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Never Compromise on These 5 Things When Buying a Home
If you’re currently in the market for a new home, you’re probably feeling the stress of being a buyer in a seller’s m...
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Putting Your Home on the Market? Make These 10 Fixes First
Want top dollar when selling your home? It's a good idea to make these changes before the photographer—and home inspector—show up.
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Painting Your Bathroom This Color Could Increase Your Home's Selling Price by $5,000
In 2021, Zillow commissioned a study involving “1,300 recent or prospective U. S. home buyers” and found that certain...
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Do These 12 Things Before a Home Appraisal
Leaving the simplest around-the-house repairs undone can cost you big when the appraiser comes around. Here's how to show your home in the best light and score a ...
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Solved! What is an Easement?
Q: My partner and I purchased a house and recently moved in. The place is great, but one neighbor uses our driveway t...
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7 Truths About Micro Apartments That May Surprise You
Micro apartments, which are generally less than 350 square feet, are tight on living space but offer gigantic benefit...
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Solved! Are Home Warranties Worth It?
Q: We’re shopping for our first home, and while we are certainly planning to get homeowners insurance, we’ve heard of...
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9 Things You Should Know Before Buying a House With a Pool
Nothing turns your home into a summertime hangout quite like a swimming pool, but there’s more to pool ownership than providing towels and inflating a few floatie...
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Solved! How Can I Find the History of My House?
Q: During a recent renovation of our home, we found an old tin box hidden under some floorboards in one of the closet...
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Don't Do These 9 Things if You Want to Buy a House This Year
If you plan on purchasing a home this year, you’re not alone. There are currently more willing home buyers than homes...
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The 11 Best Places to Buy Moving Boxes
Moving means planning and completing a number of steps. One of the most overlooked steps is finding the best place to...
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How Much Does A Home Appraisal Cost?
Typical Range: $312 to $408 National Average: $341Buying, selling, and refinancing have one thing in common: Each ...
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Solved! What are Closing Costs?
Q: I’m renting and thinking about buying a home since I would be paying the same amount—if not less—than I’m paying n...
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It's a Seller's Market, But is It a Bad Time to Sell Your Home?
Even before the Covid era, the housing market had been competitive. But now, after spending 24 hours every day at hom...
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12 Inexpensive Ideas to Make Your New House Feel Like Home Fast
Balance the purchase of a new home with budget-friendly decorating ideas.
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If You Can't Find the House You Want, Should You Just Build It?
Looking for a new home? You’re not alone. Demand is high and inventory is low, which means we’re in a seller’s market...
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6 Things Every Buyer Needs to Know When It's a Seller's Market
The housing market isn’t just hot—it’s on fire. According to the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac)...
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Data Shows This Listing Trick Sells Homes for More Money
If you’re about to put your house on the market, you likely have a laundry list of things to fix, open houses to orga...
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As-Is Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Before putting their homes on the market, some sellers make expensive renovations that may or may not significantly i...
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Final Walk-Through Before Closing—Here's What You Should Be Looking For
The final walk-through is a vitally important part of the homebuying process. Regardless of how many times you view a...
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11 Essential Cleaning Chores to Complete Before Showing Your House
Get your house looking its best before inviting potential buyers in for an open house or a private showing.
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How Many Times Do You Need to View a Home Before Making an Offer?
Buying a home is a major decision and something you shouldn’t take lightly. It’s not a good idea to rush, because you...
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Moving Out? Please Take Your Junk With You
When buyers purchase a home from a seller, they expect to take possession of a relatively empty house. Maybe some ite...
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11 Easy Aesthetic Updates That Can Help Sell Your House for Top Dollar
Complete these simple aesthetic updates to ensure you don’t miss out on getting the top value for your home.
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8 Landscaping Features That Buyers Love
Entice buyers and increase your home’s value by following these landscaping tips.
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7 Signs You’re About to Buy the Wrong House
The perfect house may not exist, but there is such a thing as the perfect house for you. It may be the first home you...
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Did You Know You Could Negotiate This When Buying a House?
When you find the perfect house, getting the seller to accept your bid is just the first step in the negotiation proc...
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7 Digital Tools That Can Help Sell Your House
Selling your home can be a hectic process, and the pandemic has certainly added another level of stress. Between soci...
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Are Open Houses Still Worth It?
In the past, open houses were seen as a crucial tool for buying or selling a home. But Covid-19 forced real estate ag...
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Can You Get Approved for a Mortgage if You’re a Freelancer?
Freelance workers play a major role in the U. S. workforce. According to a report by Freelancers Union and Upwork, 57...
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5 Things Your Mortgage Lender Wishes You Knew
Buying a home involves a lot of moving parts, and those parts need to move in sync. Complicating matters even more, m...
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How to Choose the Best Moving Company for Your Needs—10 Crucial Considerations
Save money and ensure the safety of your belongings by putting in the work to find a reputable moving company.
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Would You Buy a 3D-Printed House? Take a Peek Inside the First of Its Kind to Hit the Real Estate Market
Three-dimensional printing isn't just for little things—SQ4D, pronounced "S-squared," a New York construction company...
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Wannabe Homeowners, Listen Up! Find Out Why 2021 Might Be the Best Year to Buy Your First House
COVID-19 disrupted not only lives, but also lifestyles. A Pew Research report reveals that for the first time since t...
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The Best Moving Blankets for Protecting Furniture and More in Transit
Moving out of your home tends to include some hidden costs, plus a lot of chaotic packing, taping, and loading before...
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When Buying a Home, Don’t Spend Extra for These Features
Buying a house is an emotional experience. Even though buyers know they should focus on what they actually need—perha...
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The Best Moving Boxes
Moving out of a home can be very stressful. Finding a new home, dealing with the reason for moving, and tracking the ...
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10 Photos of JFK’s Former Georgetown Residence That’ll Make Old House Lovers Swoon
The historic mansion where John F. Kennedy once lived recently sold—and the listing photos are simply beautiful.
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9 Things No One Tells You About Moving to the Suburbs
Ready to swap city life for solitude in the suburbs? Here are some unexpected things that might happen.
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The Pros and Cons of Buying a Condo
Condos are great introductions to homeownership. A condo is usually larger than an apartment, and it comes with many ...
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10 Things Your Realtor Wishes You Knew About Selling Your House
Just because it’s your home doesn’t make you the resident expert on how to sell it.
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The 10 Most Common Mistakes People Make When Buying a House Sight Unseen
Putting in an offer on a home without seeing it in person has become more common than ever. Given the magnitude of this purchase, it’s important to avoid these po...
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10 Things to Do Now if You Plan to Buy a House Next Year
Your home search and purchase will go more smoothly if you’re prepared. Here’s your to-do list.
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The Dos and Don’ts of Holiday Decorating When Your Home Is On the Market
‘Tis the season to be festive and jolly, but if your home is on the market, it’s also the season to sell. Selling a h...
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These 8 Contingencies Can Ruin a Real Estate Deal
Real estate contracts are binding once both parties sign on the dotted line. But when contingencies are written into the contracts, one or both of the parties can...
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9 Things No One Tells You About Selling the Family Home
Nothing about selling the family home after the death of a parent is easy. Going into the process with your eyes open can help you navigate the pain and avoid the...
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9 Renovation Tips to Boost Resale Value
Making the right renovation decisions can help you sell your house quicker, and for more money.
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10 Questions to Always Ask at an Open House
Attending an open house? Make the most of your visit by asking the right questions.
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19 Red Flags to Watch Out For When Buying a Home
So, the listing makes the house sound like a steal and the property is stunning in person—but wait. Before you rush into anything you may regret, watch out for th...
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Here’s How Much House Flippers Actually Make
The reality shows make it seem like a surefire way to rake in some dough, but is flipping a house truly a royal road to riches? Read on to find out what real peop...
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9 Times to Offer Over Asking Price
Homebuyers often negotiate to get sellers to come down on their asking price. In some situations, however, offering more may be the only way your offer will be ac...
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10 Tips for Successfully Selling Your House in the Fall
Along with shorter days and cool temps, autumn brings with it a host of home-selling challenges. But with a little attention to detail and some creative marketing...
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12 Reasons Your Home Isn't Worth as Much as You Think
Think you know how much your house is worth? Before being disappointed with low offers, make sure your house is in tip-top shape. Scroll through to see what parts...
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9 Things You Shouldn’t Hide From Your Landlord
Secrets don’t make friends: Always fess up about these issues to stay on your landlord’s good side.
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Why Choosing the Right Real Estate Agent Really Matters
A real estate agent who communicates well and whose values align with yours can go a long way toward making your home buying experience a pleasure.
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How to Sell Your House in a Sluggish Market
While it’s ideal to sell during a hot market, if you must sell your house during a slow period, tweak your marketing approach to get the best possible price.
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8 Common Mistakes New Homeowners Make
First-time home ownership ushers in an era of new responsibilities. Here’s how to make wise decisions and avoid common structural, financial, and legal mistakes.
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10 Things You Need to Know About Buying a House at Auction
You’ve heard that you can get good deals on houses at auction, but along with those good deals come some considerations you should be aware of before you bid.
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10 Things You Should Know Before Taking Out a Second Mortgage
If you need money, you can use your home as collateral for a second mortgage loan. But beware: Should your finances change, you may be putting your home at stake.
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This is What No One Tells You About Downsizing
When it comes to downsizing your home, less can be more. Less debt, less maintenance, and less to clean translates into more cash flow and more free time. If you'...
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What to Know About Paying Off Your Mortgage Early
You’ve probably heard that no debt is good debt, and if you have the ability to pay off your home mortgage (perhaps you lucked into an inheritance), your first th...
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When to Back Out of a Real Estate Deal
Sometimes a real estate deal is simply too good to be true, while at other times a change in circumstances may cause you to have second thoughts. Here are some of...
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These Are the Markets Where Home Prices Have Fallen the Most
After the housing crisis of 2008, lenders tightened their mortgage requirements and potential home buyers, worried about the security of their investment, became ...
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12 Best Cities for First-Time Home Buyers
If you’re green to the real estate game, target these ultra-livable, wallet-friendly cities in your search for your first home.
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10 Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Bought a Foreclosure
Buying a house is already a tedious process, and buying a foreclosure adds another layer to it. Learn from experts and homeowners who have already been through th...
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11 Myths Homebuyers Should Never Believe
Don't get discouraged or misled by certain real estate "rules." Find the right home for you by ignoring these 11 home buying myths.
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7 Reasons Not to Buy the Best House You Can Afford
There are times when buying the priciest house your lender allows could doom you financially. Many homebuyers get preapproved for a home loan before starting they...
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10 Things to Bring With You to an Open House
Make the most out of an open house by showing up with the right tools and in the right frame of mind.
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15 Thoughts Every Homeowner Has Had at Least Once
Put your fears to rest: You are not alone in your household worries, obsessions, and triumphs. But with a little self-awareness, you can learn how to make those t...
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These Are the Most Expensive Zip Codes in Every State
Living in these communities doesn't come cheap. Check out the most expensive neighborhoods in America, you just might live near—or in—one.
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13 Issues That Could Make Your House Unsellable
Increase your chances of selling your home quickly at the right price by troubleshooting these potential potholes in the road to real estate success.
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This Is the Average Home Size in Every State
If you're wondering how big the houses in your state are compared with houses in the other 49, this quick look will let you size up your neighbors.
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15 Mistakes Most People Make When Selling Their Homes Themselves
Seller beware! Understand the common problems owners encounter when going it alone without a real estate agent.
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Buying a Fixer Upper? Be Ready for These 9 Costs
Beware the common but not always obvious costs of buying a house in less-than-mint condition.
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15 Places to Paint Before Putting Your House on the Market
Paint can go a long way toward making a house more sellable. Here are the key spots both inside and outside your home that should get a fresh coat before it goes ...
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5 Things to Know about Home Improvement Loans
As a homeowner, you will experience the need to make repairs from time to time. Whether you need a new roof, window, ...
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8 Real Estate Rules That May Have Changed Since You Bought Your House
If it’s been a while since you bought a house, you may be surprised to learn how things have changed. In the decade prior to the subprime mortgage crisis of 2008,...
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12 Things You Don't Realize Are Annoying Your Neighbors
Sure, you can do whatever you want at your house, but it doesn’t hurt to have the decency to think of your neighbors. Consider changing these 12 annoying habits t...
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Experts Explain the Most Confusing Real Estate Terminology
Knowing the meaning of these 10 terms will help you negotiate your next real estate deal like a pro.
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The Most Expensive Mistakes a Home Buyer Can Make
Buying a house is one of the most expensive purchases most people make—the last thing you want to do is spend even more money than necessary. Find out the most ex...
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15 Things to Remember When on the Hunt for a New Home
Searching for a new home can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-timer. Don't worry—we’ve got you covered. Just take a deep breath, and read on.
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10 Factors That Make or Break the Value of Your Home
You may be a homeowner or a potential buyer, or you might just be addicted to the real estate listings, but whoever you are, you know that the best direction for ...
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13 Signs Your Home Is Losing Value
If you’re like many homeowners, your house is your single largest financial investment, so it’s only natural to protect that investment and hope it gains in value...
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13 Decisions Homeowners Never Regret
These home improvement projects will make you happier at home and will increase the value of your house when you’re ready to put it on the market.
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10 Projects to Do If You Plan to Sell Your Home This Year
Make these improvements before you put your home on the market to wow buyers and maximize your sales price.
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Here's What to Look for When Buying a House
Shopping for a new home can be exciting, and it’s tempting to grab the first house you fall in love with. But exercis...
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What No One Tells You About Buying an Older Home
If you dream of owning a home that looks like it was taken straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting, you’re not alone. Older homes appeal to a wide range of buy...
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10 Money Mistakes to Avoid When You Move
Moving to a new home can be exciting, but it can also be nerve-racking. You may have just a few short weeks (or days) to pack your belongings, hire a moving compa...
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10 (Major) Costs Every Homeowner Needs to Be Prepared For
Owning a home is usually a good investment, but buying one can be a huge financial risk if you're not prepared for the costs that come with ownership—costs that r...
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How To: Sell Your Home This Winter
Don't despair if your house is hitting the market this winter. Purchasing a home might not be at the top of everyone's list during this time of year, but there ar...
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The Pros and Cons of Split Level Homes
Split level homes, with their three staggered floors, began appearing in American suburbs in the 1950s and reached pe...
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13 Signs Your Home Has Good Resale Value
If you’re like many homeowners, your house is your biggest financial investment, so when it's time to sell, you’ll want to get as much money as possible from the ...
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These are the Most Popular House Styles in America Right Now
Whether you’re on the hunt for a new home or you’re just admiring the architecture in your neighborhood, learn about the different house styles in America and the...
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11 Houses That Went Viral This Year
“Going viral” can mean fame—or infamy. Here are a dozen houses that secured their 15 minutes of fame in unusual ways.
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12 Hidden Costs that Come with Selling a Home
Be prepared for the financial bites that are bound to ensue when you sell your house, you can plan accordingly.
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15 Off-the-Grid Homes for Sale Right Now
Ever want to get away from the hustle and grind of life on the grid? These off-the-grid houses could give you just the retreat you're hoping to find. Read on for ...
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10 Ways to Lower Your Property Taxes
If your most recent property tax assessment caught you by surprise, you have options beyond simply paying it. With a little research and a lot of determination, y...
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Thinking About Buying a Duplex? Consider Both Sides
Purchasing a duplex—also known as a two-family house—or a multi-family property can be a smart money-making move as a...
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7 Good Reasons to Fire Your Real Estate Agent (And How to Do It)
Selling your home will probably be one of the biggest (and most nerve-racking) transactions of your lifetime. The process is riddled with anxiety—getting your pro...
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12 Dreaded Home Maintenance Tasks You Never Thought to Hire Out
Find the right pro for every household chore—big, small, majorly messy, or just plain pesky! This content is paid advertising created in partnership with Thu...
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The Most Expensive Trailer Parks in America
If you think mobile homes are low cost—and also low on style, space, and amenities—it's time to think again. In cities across the United States, these mobile home...
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These Are the Design Trends Realtors Recommend Skipping
While you can’t do much to change the major determinant of your home’s value–its location–your decorating and remodeling choices can certainly affect its value, f...
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What to Expect When You Hear the Words "Summer Kitchen"
If you’re house hunting and come across the term “summer kitchen” in a real estate listing, you’re in for a treat. If...
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A Flipper’s Top 10 Tips for Increasing Home Value
You’ve seen the infomercial—all you have to do is order the video and you’ll be making a fortune flipping houses. The reality of house-flipping is slightly differ...
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10 Tips to Master the Art of Low-Ball Real Estate Offers
Buying a house is the single most expensive purchase most people will ever make, so it pays to know a few savvy negotiation tips before submitting an offer. An of...
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13 Simple Home Staging Tips Every Seller Should Know
Putting into action a few simple home staging tips will help your house stand out from the pack in today's real estate market.
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10 Things No One Tells You About Tiny Houses
Tiny houses are on trend for many reasons—they are eco-friendly and anti-consumerist, and they offer an affordable path to homeownership. But if you are consideri...
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10 Surprising Things a Homeowner Can Be Fined For
As a homeowner, you have the responsibility to keep your home safe, clean, and in compliance with city ordinances. While you may already be aware that you’re not ...
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10 Things to Consider Before You Move to a New Neighborhood
Just as when you get married, you're marrying an entire family, when you buy a house, you are buying into a whole neighborhood. What you thought was your dream ho...
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The 12 Biggest Downsides to Buying New Construction
Many prospective homeowners dream of buying a brand-new house, or having one built to their specifications. But a number of disadvantages come along with the exci...
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Real Estate Regret: 13 Simple Ways to Avoid It
Buying a home is the single largest investment most people will ever make, but if you’re not familiar with the process and you don’t take steps to protect yoursel...
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How to Change a Door Lock in 7 Steps
Studies have shown that in 34 percent of home burglaries, criminals enter through the main, or front, door. It’s some...
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Rental Regret: What Real Homeowners Wish They'd Known Before Renting Out Their Properties
There are plenty of good reasons to rent out your home rather than sell. Maybe you're upgrading to a bigger house and are counting on reliable rent from your exis...
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12 Outdoor Upgrades That Make Your Home More Valuable
Exterior upgrades enhance the look of your property and can offer recreational benefits. Not every renovation, however, produces a return on investment, and some ...
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30 Things to Remember When on the Hunt for a New Home
A home is probably the largest purchase you’ll ever make, both in size and cost, so it helps to approach the home-buying process with a solid plan, a healthy dose...
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Here's What Potential Buyers Need to Know About Radon in Homes
Purchasing a new home can be as stressful as it is exciting. While most buyers seek out homes that suit their budgets...
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10 Questions to Help You Decide Whether to Rent or Buy a House
Buying a house has long been the American Dream—a dream preceded by years of working saving, and renting. But if you make that transition from renter to buyer pre...
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15 Tips for Buying a Home Out of State
Successfully buying a home in a different state is doable—it happens all the time—but because you must take care of many details from afar, it's a bit trickier th...
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10 House-Hunting Lessons You Can Learn from the TV Shows
Reality TV shows that open a window onto the world of real estate have been entertaining us for years. But if you look beyond the spectacle, you can actually lear...
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10 Things Homeowners Need to Know About Their Property Rights
Property rights are the foundation of homeownership, but this collection of privileges and protections varies from state to state and from neighborhood to neighbo...
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10 Unique Ways Homeowners Saved to Buy a House
Tired of rising rent prices? Looking for a place to really call home? The lack of quality affordable housing can make the dream of homeownership seem unreachable....
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Watch Out for 12 Real Estate Tactics Designed to Make You Spend More
Buying a house is the single largest purchase most people will ever make, and while the process is exciting, it’s also complex. If you’re not careful, you could e...
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Solved! Where to Buy a Tiny House
Q: I’ve been researching the tiny house movement and I think I’d like to take the plunge into serious downsizing. Wha...
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How Long Does It Take to Buy a House? Here's What to Expect
Have you decided to pursue the American Dream of homeownership? While the process of purchasing a home is exciting, i...
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10 Things You Had No Idea Home Insurance Actually Covers
You expect your homeowners insurance to pay for damage caused by storms and fire, but unless you’ve read your entire policy (usually 30 pages or more), you might ...
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10 Things No One Tells You About Homeowner Associations
Homeowners associations (HOAs) exist to ensure visual uniformity and to protect the property rights of residents of a specific neighborhood. Most of the time they...
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10 Things Real People Regret About Buying a Home
Buying your first home is an exciting experience, but it can also trigger uncertainty and trepidation. With so much to do and so many decisions to make, it's not ...
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18 Hidden Costs of Moving
Packing up and moving is expensive, costing an average of $1,200 to $6,000, depending on the distance to your new home and whether you move your own possessions o...
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14 Mansions You Can Rent Right Now—for Less Than You Think!
Mansions usually carry sky-high price tags that keep them out of reach for most of us. But believe it or not, a small selection of these elegant edifices can be y...
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18 Times a House Listing Drove the Internet Crazy
It is always fascinating to peek inside other people's lives, and there is no better way to do it than by seeing the inside of their home. That is why real estate...
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11 Things Not to Do If You Ever Want to Sell Your House
If you’re planning on selling your property, don’t let your house sit on the market any longer than necessary. Take a page from our book and avoid these 11 common...
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Just Moved In? 11 Things to Do Right Away
You just moved into a new home—congratulations! Now that the moving truck is unloaded, you probably have a million things to do before getting settled. Prioritize...
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10 Real Estate Negotiation Tactics That Can Really Backfire
On the lookout for a new home? First, peruse our list of negotiation dos and don’ts, culled from the advice of industry professionals. The bottom line? As you emb...
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10 Things You Should Never Do in a Rental Home
Most lease agreements spell out exactly what a tenant can and cannot do, but some renters neglect to read the fine print. Avoid hefty fines and tedious legal issu...
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The Easiest Way to Get More Money for Your Home
This article has been brought to you by Clopay. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila. com. Hoping to sell your...
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11 Lies You Can't Tell When Selling Your Home
Selling your house can be a high-stress undertaking. You want potential buyers to see your home at its best, so you might wonder whether you really need to disclo...
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10 Signs You're Paying Too Much for Your Mortgage
Taking out a home mortgage is a rite of passage for many Americans. According to real estate authority Zillow, fewer than a quarter of buyers pay with cash; the r...
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The Dos and Don'ts of Buying Land
If you hope to build your dream house or even a getaway cabin, you’ve probably been thinking about finding the perfec...
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12 Reasons a Realtor Might Not Want to Work with You
Most homeowners are under the impression that real estate agents are dying to list their houses and that they’ll do virtually anything to get a listing. Yet, whil...
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Don't Quit Your Day Job: 15 Tips for Wannabe House Flippers
You’ve heard the rags-to-riches tales, but house flipping is a risky business full of potential roadblocks. This sage advice can help keep house flippers’ budgets...
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10 Reasons Why I Should Have Never Bought That Fixer-Upper!
Who doesn’t harbor fantasies of transforming a seen-better-days abode into a showplace? Whether hoping to live in the resulting residence, use it as a rental prop...
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The Best Things You Can Do for the Value of Your Home
Your home isn't just a house—it's where you unwind, work, play, and spend time with those you love. So, every remodel or renovation you tackle should take into ac...
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8 Times to Accept a Lowball Offer
When the time comes to sell, homeowners always want to get the best possible price so they can recoup their significant financial—and emotional—investment. It is ...
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11 Incredible Mansions That No One Wants to Buy
Have you ever passed by a wow-worthy residence that's had a "For Sale" sign on display for what seems like an eternity and wondered why no one has scooped up the ...
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8 Things Every Home Inspection Checklist Should Include
Buying a new home can be a thrilling and terrifying adventure. During the process, you’ll need to address dozens of d...
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10 Things to Leave Behind the Next Time You Move
As homeowners pack moving boxes and wrap furniture in blankets, one question inevitably runs through their minds: How did I accumulate so many things? Moving is a...
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Endless Acres: 14 of the Biggest Properties in America
While the average lot size of a home in the United States is about one-fifth of an acre, some super-size abodes boast ginormous backyards that span 50 acres or mo...
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Buyers Pay More for Homes with These 12 Features
Remodeling is a big investment—and whether you’re doing it for your own benefit or with an eye towards selling your house, it’s nice to know which redos are going...
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11 Signs It's Time to Move
The grass may be greener on the other side of the fence, but you won’t know for sure if you never move. According to data analysis site FiveThirtyEight, the avera...
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How Much Do You Tip Movers?
Q: My wife and I are moving to our first house next week and were told that the move would take a full day. Will the ...
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10 Reasons to Buy an “Ugly” Home
Homes with great floor plans and awesome curb appeal generate loads of interest from buyers, making these properties easy sellers. By contrast, the ugly house on ...
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9 Things Home Makeover Shows Never Tell You
It was recently disclosed that some of the homeowners on the popular HGTV series "Fixer Upper" had already purchased their home before the show started filming—sh...
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No Place Like Dome: 14 Homes That Are Anything But Square
Boasting a compact yet durable construction and an energy-efficient curved shape, dome homes have made a memorable entrance into towns across America and beyond—a...
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11 Awful Real Estate Photos—And How to Make Yours Great
An Internet real estate listing can be crucial in attracting buyers, and the photos that accompany that listing are incredibly important. They are the first impre...
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9 Towns That'll Pay You to Move There
If you're looking to relocate, there are several cities in the United States that offer big incentives to new residents. Check out these cities that will pay you,...
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Straight and Narrow: 22 Shotgun Houses We Love
Shotgun houses, traditionally no wider than 12 feet, feature a cascaded floor plan, wherein each room is arranged behind the other. These popular residential arch...
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20 Beautiful Homes Hiding in America's Most Affordable Cities
From Pittsburgh to Kansas City, the most economical cities in America are also home to some of the most extravagant abodes standing today. For proof, take a grand...
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14 Surprising Small Towns the Stars Call Home
For camera-shy celebrities, the best way to dodge paparazzi is often to get out of Dodge. These 14 notable names have done just that, temporarily—or even permanen...
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18 Castles You Can Buy (for Less Than You Think)
Who said you had to be a royal to live like one? Everyday house hunters looking for a new place to call home can snag any one of these on-the-market castles and c...
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What 11 Ordinary People Paid to Live in Your Favorite Movie Homes
Ever wished you could live in the home of Harry Potter, Royal Tenenbaum, or Kevin McCallister? For 11 buyers, movie magic became a reality when they scooped up th...
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10 Small Towns with Big Home Bargains
The housing market has definitely rebounded since the Great Recession, but if you know where to look, you can still get a home for well under $100,000—especially ...
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12 Things Realtors Look For in Homes of Their Own
The property professionals who show and sell houses for a living have to live somewhere too! So what’s on their “must" list for homes of their own? Real estate ag...
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Buyer Beware: 9 Real Estate Scams to Watch Out For
A competitive housing market may require fast action, but buyers, sellers, and renters still need to proceed with extreme caution. Home-purchase and rental transa...
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10 Surprising Reasons to Start House Hunting in Fall
It’s a well-established pattern: Home sales heat up every spring and summer, and then, as the leaves begin to change, the market begins to cool. By November, with...
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How to Find Property Lines
Good fences may make good neighbors, but accidentally erecting one on or across a neighbor’s property line can lead t...
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10 Simple Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Dream Home
In almost every city in the United States, certain neighborhoods are in hot demand, and real estate dealings in those areas can become alarmingly cutthroat. Don’t...
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21 Brilliant Money-Saving Hacks for Your Next Move
Whether you move during peak season or in the depths of winter, you'll probably have to deal with stress and a dwindling supply of energy and funds. When it's tim...
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9 Unexpected Turnoffs for Home Buyers
When you put your home up for sale, you need to put in quite a bit of work to make it an attractive competitor on the real estate market. Location, price, and a h...
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10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Realtor
The best listing agents serve as coaches and copilots, helping home sellers navigate a market that can be lucrative and treacherous in equal amounts. It’s wise to...
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12 Secrets Every Savvy Home Seller Needs to Know
Whether a town’s market is hot or not, certain homes seem to effortlessly attract packed open houses and multiple bids. What’s the secret behind these brisk and b...
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The Best (and Worst) Things You Can Do Before an Open House
Selling a home can be an emotional process, but in order to get the place ready for sale, you’ll need to set your emotions aside. With a ruthlessly objective eye,...
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15 Signs That Fixer-Upper Might Be a Money Pit
While a fixer-upper can be a lot cheaper than a home that's move-in ready, some fixer-uppers just aren't worth the headache. If the home you have your eye is plag...
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10 Simple Tricks to Make Buyers Love Your Home
It is possible to wow and delight potential purchasers without investing crazy amounts of time and money. Read on for 10 minor changes that can inspire real esta...
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11 Common Problems Home Sellers Try to Hide
While laws vary from state to state, generally speaking, sellers are responsible for disclosing only information within their personal knowledge that could affect...
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10 Things to Know About Being Your Own Real Estate Agent
Before you decide to go the "For Sale by Owner" route, it's a good idea to figure out what you're getting yourself into. You might find that the time commitment, ...
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Ready to Sell? 17 Things to Do First
To increase your chances of a quick sale, there's a long list of tasks you should complete before you post a "For Sale" sign in your front yard. If you're getting...
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9 Age-Old Real Estate Tips to Ignore Completely
Not all advice is good advice. When it comes to the real estate market, friends and family may offer their unsolicited opinions based on common beliefs, but it’s ...
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13 Mistakes Not to Make If You Ever Want to Sell Your Home
If you plan to sell your home someday (and most people do), it's important to always consider the long-term consequences of short-term design decisions. Remember,...
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9 Things You Won't Believe Homeowners Insurance Doesn't Cover
Most homeowners insurance policies get squared away in the early stages of home buying and aren't much looked at agai...
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8 Home Costs That Take New Buyers by Surprise

While renting has the advantage of being affordable and carefree, purchasing your own home can be a great investment opportunity—if you’re prepared. Unlike with ...
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6 Tempting Upgrades That Smart Homeowners Avoid
Not all home improvements are created equal. In fact, some so-called “upgrades” actually can decrease the value of your home, especially if you are planning on se...
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Where to Get Free Moving Boxes
Once the excitement of closing on a new house or locking down a great apartment wears off, reality sets in: Time to p...
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8 Things New Homeowners Waste Money On
Even the most experienced homeowners can get sucked into spending a lot of money on maintenance costs or home improvements that just don’t deliver. For those who ...
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How to Find a Real Estate Agent: 17 Tips for Success
Whether you are buying or selling a home, it's a challenge to find the best real estate agent. Our tips will help you simplify the agent-selecting process.
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Worth It: 8 Renovations That Pay You Back
Conventional wisdom holds that upgrades and improvements will enhance a home’s value. But some improvements are better—and more cost-effective—investments than ot...
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The Cheapest Ways to Boost Your Home's Value
Let's face it: For homeowners in most cities, the real estate boom is far, far behind us. Most folks need to squeeze every last penny out of their investment when...
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12 Reasons Why Your House Isn't Selling
Throughout the years you live in a house, you pour your heart and soul into maintaining it and making it comfortable and attractive. When it comes time to sell, y...
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Brokers Reveal 7 "Works Every Time" Ways to Boost Home Resale Value
Whether you're looking to relocate, retire, downsize, or upsize, the process of selling your home can create a long and wild to-do list. But putting your place on...
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9 Little Things You Can Do to Help Sell Your House
Preparing to sell your house? You should have two separate to-do lists. In one, itemize the issues a good home inspector is likely to find. Those are matters you ...
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The New Homeowner's Survival Guide
So you’ve bought your first house—congratulations! You’ve searched for and found a place that you love. You've secure...
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What to Consider Before You Buy a Foreclosed Home
Jean Nayar is a licensed real estate agent with Bond New York and the author of several books on decorating and desig...
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What’s My House Worth?
Housing used to be a fairly safe investment — you put your money in and, in a few years when it was time to sell, you...
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4 Things to Know Before Buying a Historic Home
Perhaps you have been searching for several months or even years, and now you have found the perfect home. Your dream...
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Would You Live in a Tiny House Village?
When is a trailer park not a trailer park? When it’s being designed and developed by nationally recognized small-spac...
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Taylor Swift Sells Her Cape Cod Abode
What do Bob Vila and Taylor Swift have in common, you ask? Apparently, a love for Cape Cod-style architecture! Taylor...
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5 Tips for Moving: One Veteran's Advice
Five years ago today, I moved into my condo. It was the first home that I purchased. Not only did I have a new home, ...
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Should Your First Home Be a Fixer-Upper?
Mark Brock is a fan of fixer-uppers. He bought his first in the midseventies, a circa-1935 house in Columbia, SC, tha...
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Fixing Squeaky Floors
Bob talks with a floor expert about how to fix squeaky floors.
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New York Harbor Water Taxi Tour
Tom Fox, founder and former president of New York Water Taxi, takes Bob on a tour of the Brooklyn waterfront, highlighting various points of interest.
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Preparing the Site for Modular Home Delivery
Bob reviews the site preparation process with the on-site contractor, Michael Sheils.
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New York Brownstone Development & Design
Bob introduces an 1890s Brownstone on New York City's Upper West Side.
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Discussing Community Planning at Mashpee Commons and Affordable Housing Problems on Cape Cod
Bob visits with Jim Vaccaro and Tom Ferontie of Mashpee Commons, in Mashpee, Massachusetts and talks with Pat Fiero of the Housing Assistance Corporation about th...
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Discussing the Plot Plan for Affordable Housing on Cape Cod
Bob meets with Joe Valle, the developer and general contractor for the River Hill development in Mashpee, Massachusetts on Cape Cod.
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Loft Living Discussed
Realtor Lynn Zekis leads Bob on a tour of her own loft conversion in the Boston Leather District.
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Tour of Roxbury, Massachusetts
In touring the neighborhood, Bob introduces the nine-unit Roxbury affordable housing project.
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Tour of Nuestro Communidad Community Redevelopment Project
Bob talks with Evelyn Friedman Vargas and Robert Vargas (from Nuestra Comunidad) to learn more about rebuilding efforts in this low-income area.
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House Eight: Side Porch Renovation, Landscaping, and Home Inspection
The home's side entry will be restored using the original columns, which homeowner Jim Verity found in the basement. On the front porch, new support beams and rai...
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Home Foundation Inspection
Bob meets with the contractor to inspect the poured footings and discuss the pouring process. Next, Bob helps install the sill plate and explains the various type...
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Helicopter Tour of Los Angeles
Bob goes on a helicopter ride over the Los Angeles area, passing such famous landmarks as the Hollywood Bowl, the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, and the perpetually p...
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Touring Los Angeles Real Estate
Real estate agent Lois Bostic shows Bob some interesting properties in the area representing a variety of styles-- cottage, Spanish, contemporary, and ranch.
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Malibu Beachfront Property
In Malibu, Bob tours a house that was built in the mid-50s and really looks that way, from the tile to the windows. Bob decides to undertake an ambitious overhaul...
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The Search Ends for a Home on Martha's Vineyard
The search for Bob's next project house ends, when he finds a small 19th-century home on a large plot of land in East Chop, a laid-back, picturesque part of the i...
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House Hunting in Plymouth, MA
Bob goes house hunting in Plymouth, MA, talking with the realtor while he tours the area homes for sale.
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Home Inspection
After house hunting with a realtor, Bob inspects one home in particular to check for structural and cosmetic problems before buying.
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Contractor's Tour of the Interior
Bob accompanies carpenter-contractor Bob Ryley on a "contractor's tour" of the home with the aim of assessing any needed modifications to the interior.
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Neighborhood Tour of Naples, FL
In search of the perfect "cracker" cottage to remodel, Bob goes on a neighborhood tour of Naples, FL, both by car and by boat.
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Chicago Neighborhood Tour
Bob takes a driving tour with realtor Catherine Caravette of two Chicago suburbs, Wicker Park and Lincoln Park.
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