Posts from November 3rd, 2023

For most people, saving for a down payment is one of the first steps towards making their dream of homeownership a reality. But saving a significant chunk of change requires discipline, and the right habits.

So, what habits should you establish if you want to buy a home in the not-so-distant future?

A recent video from realtor.com outlined key habits to get into when you're saving to purchase a home, including:

• Cut back wherever possible. If you want to save for a down payment, you need to review your budget and look for areas to cut b...

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It's hard to escape the talk about rising interest rates and how they're supposedly scaring away potential homebuyers. So if you've been thinking about selling, there's a good chance it might be causing you to put those plans on hold and wait for buyers to re-enter the market.

But before you put your home sale plans on hold, there's a timeless truth that bears repeating: there are always "life happens" buyers in the market looking to buy a home, as Marketplace recently reported in this article. While interest rates are a significant factor, they don't deter everyone from pursuing their dream home.

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Whether an extreme weather event causes flood waters to rush into your home, or a pipe bursts, dealing with a flooded basement is never fun, particularly if you don't know how to deal with it or what steps to take to fix the problem.

So how, exactly, do you deal with a flooded basement?

A recent article from realtor.com outlined what to do when your basement floods, including:

• Put safety first. If your basement floods, it's important to put safety first. Water and electricity do not mix, so before you step foot in the space, make sure to turn...

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