Turn on any number of TV channels almost anytime during the day or night and you’re bound to find at least a couple of shows about flipping houses.
Enticing, right? If you’re getting ready to plunk down cash for your own flip, here are a few things you need to think about. Read more
April 15 is only about a month away, but there’s still time for homeowners to reap tax savings on their 2015 returns.
Here are some tips from tax advisers to help maximize home-related deductions. Be sure to consult a tax expert for specifics on your home and mortgage. Read more
If you find a house that seems like it has possibilities, do your own initial home inspection, inside and out, before making an offer. Your intention now is to be alert for obvious deficiencies. Assuming you’re not looking for a fixer-upper, too many of these may be a reason to eliminate this house from further consideration.
Note: This is not meant to replace a professional home inspection. Once you make an offer on a house, you’ll want a licensed home inspector to go over it with a magnifying glass.
Here are some things to look for in your initial inspection: