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Tax Benefits of Homeownership

Source: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) – nab.org Home ownership has many important benefits for millions of Americans across the country — including creating a sense of community, building wealth and providing financial security. Home owners should be aware of recent changes to the tax code that went into effect in 2018 with The … Read more

Show Your Home Some Love

Your home puts up with a lot. It withstands inclement weather, endures the occasional stained carpet, clogged drain or broken window, and it even tolerates the smell of your burnt popcorn. So it deserves a little love once in a while, and there’s no better time to show it than the month of February.  You … Read more

Tips for Porch and Deck Maintenance

The Fall provides ideal weather to enjoy the porch or deck at home. Like your home’s interior, you should keep your exterior clean and in good shape for optimal comfort. To help you enjoy your outdoor living space this Fall, here are some tips for porch or deck maintenance. Cleaning:  Sweep your deck and remove … Read more

Protect Your Home from Severe Weather

During severe weather, your house may endure the brutal conditions of tornadoes, hurricanes and other punishing storms. Take the time now to equip your home with the accessories it will need to make it through a storm. Don’t wait until the forecast calls for severe weather because you may not have enough time to take … Read more

Demand for Home Offices, Exercise Rooms Could Grow in Wake of Pandemic

A recent Eye on Housing blog post examines how lockdown orders implemented across the United States to fight the spread of the coronavirus have given rise to more people working from home and engaging in other activities indoors that they would normally do in public spaces. With the major shift in where people spend their time, it … Read more

What to Consider Before Pulling Your Own Permit

Homeowners pulling your own permit is risky business! If you do not intend to do the work yourself and have been asked by someone without a contractor’s license to pull a permit, you are at risk of financial harm.

Finding Design Ideas for Your Remodeling Project

You want to change the look and feel of your house, but you also want your remodeling job to look fresh for a number of years and complement the existing features of your home. How do you choose the right project and design for you and your family?

Using Technology to Find a New Home

Gone are the days when driving through a neighborhood or asking friends and family for a recommendation were the only ways to find a new home.