09 Oct 2015
By Mark Feder

Looking for an Eco-friendly Upgrade? Try These Easy Ways to Save Water Around the Home

Around The Home
With the impact we have on our environment becoming a matter of greater concern, it's becoming more important for the average citizen to know they're doing their part. While there are many simple tricks for saving water that will make you feel better about your environmental footprint, here are a few easy upgrades that will make that saving a little more automatic. Consider a Cistern Device With outhouses a thing of the past, flushing the toilet has become one of the ways in which household water is being overused the most, but flushing less simply isn't a viable option. Instead…
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02 Oct 2015
By Mark Feder

DIY Home Upgrades: 5 Reasons Why Hardwood Flooring Should Be on Your Renovation List

Around The Home
Whether you're planning on selling your home soon or you want to do a few minor renovations for your own enjoyment, an ailing hardwood floor may be on your list of things to tackle. While this can be a more difficult renovation to complete than many other household items, here are five reasons you may want to move it to the top of the list. An Issue with Structure If there happens to be any glaring structural issues with your hardwood, a complete do-over will be a necessity if you want to sell your house in the future. While this…
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10 Sep 2015
By Mark Feder

The Pros and Cons of Paying Cash When You Buy Your Next Home

Home Buyer Tips
With mortgage bubbles and real estate issues still in recent memory, one might feel that their best option is to buy their next home using cash instead of borrowing the necessary funds. In today's article we'll explore the pros and cons of paying cash for that next house or condo. The Pros Include A Feeling of Complete Ownership There's a feeling of pride and joy that comes with owning a home outright. There are several other reasons for paying cash instead of signing on the dotted line and getting and being strapped to a 30-year mortgage. Perhaps the best reason…
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28 Jul 2015
By Mark Feder

The HARP Mortgage Program is Coming to an End Soon – Here’s What You Need to Know

Home Mortgage Tips
The United States government established the HARP program, otherwise known as the Home Affordable Refinance Program, to assist homeowners who are struggling with their mortgage payments. Initially, the program was founded in March 2009, and it has provided many homeowners with an easier route to adjusting their mortgage payments to make them more affordable. However, the program will be ending soon, and homeowners who have not yet taken advantage of the program and who intend to do so may need to act quickly. When Does the Program End? The HARP mortgage program will officially end on December 31, 2015. If…
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