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If you’ve been thinking about investing in real estate, here’s what you need to do before heading out to shop for properties.

The nice thing about buying a home that you plan to make your primary residence -- even though the search and transaction processes aren't always a cakewalk -- is that you know what you like. When you buy a home to fix-and-flip or buy-and-hold as an investor, though, it's…

Moving is stressful all on its own, but when you add in kids or pets (or both), it can feel downright impossible. But you can ensure the move is as low-stress for them, and you, as possible.

People have been buying vacation rental properties to generate extra income for decades, but the emergence of Airbnb and other websites that let you book private rooms or entire private homes directly online have created a new era of vacation rental owners. Many of the…

Curb appeal is critical when you’re selling a house. And nothing can spruce up a property quite the same way that a healthy, thriving garden can.

Ask yourself (or the plumber) these questions before you decide on someone who can be your on-call specialist for all your household plumbing needs.

What does a home inspection involve? There are dozens of features that a home inspector will examine to ensure the home's safety and habitability. Here are some of the things you can expect your inspector to check out.

If you're considering flipping a house for the first time, it's essential to be aware of the pitfalls. House flipping can be a great way to make money, but it's not without risks. With any home flipping project, things can quickly go wrong. As with other businesses, you…

There are a lot of acronyms in real estate — and they don’t always make sense to people outside of the industry. If you’ve heard of a BPO but you aren’t sure what it is or why you might need one, we’re here to help explain it to you: It stands for…

Monthly Inspect HVAC and furnace filters; replace every 2-3 months Clean range hood filters Check water softener Look for leaks around toilets and sinks

We all know how difficult it is to find a place we feel at home. So, before you move into your next rental or purchase property, let's explore! You will never regret taking this small step towards finding the perfect neighborhood that suits you and your family members who…

Real estate investing is gaining in popularity, and like any investment, the goal is to make money. It’s an ever-changing game, and if you don’t know how to play it well, you could lose. Here’s how to get started investing in real estate.