14 Jan 2022
By Mark Feder

Maintain A Home’s Value With These Helpful Home Maintenance Tips

Mortgage
A home is an investment, so it is important to treat it as such. The best time to capitalize on a home's value is when it is sold. Therefore, it is important to take care of it with some simple home maintenance tips. There is a common misconception that if something is working well, it does not need to be fixed; however, it is always better to prevent problems from happening than to fix them after they have appeared. The average homeowner should spend between one and four percent of a home’s value per year to keep it in excellent…
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25 Aug 2021
By Mark Feder

A Comprehensive Home Maintenance Checklist For The Homeowner

Mortgage
There are many people who purchase a home with a target monthly payment in mind. This monthly payment usually includes major expenses such as the monthly mortgage payment, real estate taxes, and homeowners’ insurance. At the same time, there are other costs as well, such as home repairs and maintenance. In general, homeowners should budget between one and three percent of the home’s value every year to cover typical maintenance and repairs. This does not include renovation expenses, which might require additional funding. What are a few examples of maintenance expenses homeowners need to consider? Monthly Home Maintenance Tasks There…
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02 Jul 2021
By Mark Feder

Have a Weekend to Spare? Consider These Quick Renovations to Add Value to Your Home

Around The Home
Homeowners who are thinking about listing their home for sale in the coming weeks or months may be focused on improving their home to help it sell more quickly, but there also may be a focus on adding value to the home in the process. While each home is unique, there are a few projects that most homeowners would benefit from. In fact, these are a few simple and easy projects that can typically be completed over the course of a weekend; that can add value and desirability to the home. Replace The Front Door The front door has an…
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12 May 2021
By Mark Feder

Looking for a Fun DIY Project This Spring? How to Plant Your Own Vegetable Garden

Around The Home
When spring arrives, many people want to spend more time outdoors enjoying the fresh air and warmer temperatures. While you could lounge in a chair with a good book, you may find it more enjoyable to plant your own vegetable garden. This is an on-going project that will require you to spend time outdoors regularly, and it can be quite enjoyable to watch the fruits of your labor spring to life. More than that, you may love to sample and even share the tasty treats that you have grown on your own. If you are ready to get started planning…
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