In an attempt to save money, many people are taking on home improvement projects themselves. While the thought of doing it yourself and saving hundreds, if not thousands of dollars may be an exciting idea, not all projects should be undertaken without consulting a professional. Experts warn that most DIY projects end up taking up…

Fixed rate mortgages have fallen once again, making this the fourth consecutive week rates have dropped. According to Freddie Mac, the average national 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell from 4.14% last week to 4.12% this week, while the average national 15-year fixed-rate mortgage decreased from 3.25% last week to 3.21% this week. Additionally, the number of…

According to Remodeling magazine’s 2014 Cost vs. Value study, curb appeal adds significant value to a house. Simple things that make your house more pleasing to the eye can increase the return on investment greatly, and make a positive impression on visitors and potential home buyers. Experts say checking the roof for leaks, damage or…

The housing market has made positive strides toward recovery over the last few months. Home resales jumped in April, and the supply of homes for sale on the market increased to the highest level since August of 2012. According to the National Association of Realtors, existing home sales jumped 1.3% to an annual rate of…

Making small upgrades to your home can help increase the value of your house substantially. Even if you have no plans to sell in the near future, remodeling can increase the value for a possible sale later. Experts have put together a list of home improvements that may be worth the cost in order to…

Housing starts jumped last month as more construction workers began their peak working season. Housing starts increased 13.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.07 million, according to the Census Bureau. Multi-family housing construction contributed the most gains and increased 40% from the previous month while single-family starts rose 0.8% from March to April.…

Home improvement retail stores say that the housing market is still on the right track despite lower sales the last few months. Retailers are saying that the harsh winter slowed sales, not a lackluster housing market.  Now that spring has arrived, sales have increased significantly. Frank Blake, the Chief Executive Officer of Home Depot said,…

As we continue into storm and hurricane season in the U.S., experts have given a few tips to help homeowners be better prepared for strong winds, flooding, and tornadoes. Don’t wait for a warning in your area to gather flashlights, blankets, batteries, radios and water. Speak with your insurance company and ensure your home is…

New federal rules have made reverse mortgages a safer choice for a wider range of seniors. An increasing number of financial advisors and experts are now recommending reverse mortgages for seniors needing financial assistance. Advisors are striving to make these loans more attractive to seniors in hopes of growing awareness and knowledge of reverse mortgage…

Experts suggest taking a few hours each week to tend to your home in order to keep it well maintained. Whether you are planning to live in your current home for the next 20 years, or are getting ready to put in on the market soon, homeowners should be actively taking care of their house…