The numbers show that here in the United States, we love our furry friends. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, in pet-loving households across the nation there are 70 million dogs and 74 million. And that doesn’t even take into account how many people have less common pets, such as hamsters, fish, birds and reptiles. Pets supply us with …
Not all buyers are looking for the perfect newly constructed home, or just the right pre-loved home in an active neighborhood. Some buyers already have the exact dream home for them in mind, and they know that the only way to achieve their dream is to start from scratch by building a home to their exact specifications on a newly …
You’ve heard the term before, but are your sure you know what capital gains tax is and at what point in your financial life you will encounter it? If you are about to put your home on the market, depending on your specific situation, now may be the time to find out all about what it is, and how to …
We spend a lot of time telling stressing the importance of properly preparing your home for the real estate market when you decide it is time to sell. From decluttering, to staging, to minor repairs, we always try to get across to soon-to-be sellers the importance of making sure your home gives the best impression possible. However, it is just …
Moving is usually an exciting time in the life of a family, but it can also be stressful, and the process of moving adds extra expenses on top of the cost of the new home you have purchased. These expenses need to be paid now, rather than over the lifetime of your new home, so its important to be aware …
After you decide that its time to sell your home, the first thing you will likely do is consult with a real estate agent about the sales process. Then you will want to begin the process of decluttering and getting your house ready for potential buyers to view it both through pictures in a listing and in person. That means …
While we all like to believe that we live in the safest of neighborhoods where no crimes could possibly occur, the numbers tell a different story. According to data released by the FBI, more than one million home burglaries are committed across the United States each year. During these crimes, victims suffer an estimated $3 billion in losses each year. …
One of the best things about living in Atlanta is that there’s always something to do! And once the spring festival season is in high gear, there’s so much going on that its difficult to decide on just one thing to do on any given day. Whether you are looking for inspiration for your next auto or vacation purchase, or …
When you are perusing listings of homes for sale, you’ll like see each home described as a particular architectural style. Some of these are easy to recognize – many of us know what a bungalow is, and we can recognize the specific details that make a residence Victorian. Other terms might be less familiar, and some styles may sound very …
