Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes was virtually unchanged in February with a one-point decline to 46 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), released recently. “Following solid gains over the past year, builder confidence has essentially leveled out and held…
*By Paige Tepping From homes to cabins to dormitories—and everything in between—re-purposed shipping containers, or ISBUs (Intermodal Steel Building Units) are making their mark on the residential real estate sector, blurring the lines between two very distinct industries as one’s trash becomes the other’s treasure. Originally built to transport…
*By Keith Loria Dealing with pests and termites can be a nuisance for homeowners. However, if you’re in the process of getting ready to put your home on the market, they can be an even bigger headache. Whether its mice, termites or bed bugs, it’s crucial to tackle the…
For those of us considering moving out of our rentals, securing your security deposit can be a make-it-or-break it moment for our finances, as you will most likely be needing a security deposit for wherever you’re headed. Unfortunately, many renters never see their security deposit again. Recently, Rent.com surveyed 1,000…
*By John Voket, RISMedia Consumer Confidant If you made a resolution to solve any credit issues or address mortgage challenges in the new year, then this is for you. We recently heard from some of the nation’s most tried and true ‘watchdogs’ about an issue he will be monitoring…
In the aftermath of a Super Storm, homeowners assess the damage their homes sustained in the storm and will soon begin the rebuilding process. A natural disaster of this magnitude can be daunting, leaving many unsure of where to begin. If your home was affected, read the following tips before…