For decades, experts have recommended purchasing a home rather than renting one for an extended period of time. Renting is for students and those who will only be living in a city temporarily they say, otherwise you are simply throwing money away every month on something that you will never own. Meanwhile owning your home is an investment with long …
Neighborhood Restaurant Spotlight: Sapori di Napoli in Decatur
Locals and visitors both know that one of the best things about Atlanta is the food! This is true from the busy streets of Buckhead to the pocket neighborhoods all around the city and even out into the suburbs. Whether you are craving some down home Southern soul food or the traditional tastes of any foreign country you can think …
Steps To Take When Hiring a Contractor
Are you thinking about diving into a home renovation project, but you know you won’t be able to tackle this project alone? Even experienced DIYers sometimes find that they need to hire a professional to oversee larger projects. If you are thinking about hiring a general contractor to handle a project at your home, here are some things you should …
Renovations You Can Skip Before Selling Your Home
Everyone knows that when you decide to put your home on the market, you want to stage and upgrade everything so that your home look its best for all prospective buyers. You are correct when you assume that the better your home looks in listing pictures and in person when it is shown, the more offers you’re likely to receive, …
Renovating Your Home for Multi-Generational Living
Multi-generational living was nothing out of the ordinary just a few generations ago, but in more recent times it has not been the standard, and the layout of our homes has come to reflect that. The standard American home that is built today is designed with the typical two generation family structure in mind, featuring a single master bedroom and …
What Not to Plant in Your Front Yard
The front of your house and the property surrounding it is the first thing anyone will see when they arrive at your home, and will be how you give your first impression to friends, neighbors, and passersby. If you want to present an attractive and seamless curb appeal experience, the trees and shrubs that you plant in front of your …
Tackling Two Milestones: Managing a Move and Business Launch
Starting a business while moving to a new home can be challenging, especially if your current space isn’t enough for both living and working. But with careful planning, organization, and a few helpful tips, you can successfully manage both tasks simultaneously. In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of starting a business and moving at the same time. …
Who Exactly Are Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?
If you have ever purchased a home, you have likely heard the names Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac mentioned several times. These two names are some of the most important in the real estate world, but have you ever wondered what the meaning is behind these names that have shaped the housing market in such a manner? These government-sponsored entities …
Landscaping Tips That Help Homes Sell
When you put your house on the market, you’re hoping that it will be love at first sight for the buyers who come to see your property in person. But in order for someone to fall in love with your home the moment they lay eyes on it, you will need to have impeccable curb appeal. When you have an …