Category Archives: Home Repairs

HOA Advice: Stay Ahead of the Curve

Posted on June 12, 2013 by

RealtyTimes.com, June 12th, 2013 Deferring maintenance in a homeowner association has negative and lasting effects. While postponing maintenance may seem to be a money-saving technique, the consequences are usually a much higher cost over time. Full Story: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20130612_aheadofthecurve.htm

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Want to Add a Little Sweat Equity to your Home Buying Venture?

Posted on June 10, 2013 by

RealtyTimes.com, June 10th, 2013 If you’ve got the time, know how and the heart to see it through, now is an especially good time to make a move on a fixer-upper. Prices are rising, but discounts remain. Full Story: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20130610_fixeruppers.htm

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Home Repairs — The Price of Ignoring Them

Posted on June 9, 2013 by

Posted: 07 Jun 2013 KCM Crew Courtesy of: HomeInsurance.com and Redbeacon

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Ask the HOA Expert

Posted on June 7, 2013 by

RealtyTimes.com, June 5th, 2013 Our by-laws say that each member owner will receive one storage locker but does specify size or location. Does a board have the right to relocate locker spaces? Full Story: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20130605_hoaexpert.htm

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Home Warranties Useful for Some, Not All

Posted on May 30, 2013 by

RealtyTimes.com,. May 30th, 2013 The industry claims home warranty contracts boost sales and sale prices, but critics say they could send the wrong signal to buyers and often are not necessary. Full Story: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20130530_homewarranties.htm

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The Inside Scoop on Outdoor Kitchens

Posted on May 29, 2013 by

RealtyTimes.com, May 29th, 2013 Outdoor kitchens make dining al fresco at home more appealing than ever. A rebounding trend in outdoor living reveals more and more properties feature outdoor kitchens that once were the province of only the very wealthy. … Continue reading →

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How Renovations Impact your Home Insurance

Posted on May 21, 2013 by

RealtyTimes.com, May 21st, 2013 When planning a major renovation, the last thing homeowners think about is how it may impact their home insurance coverage. That could be a big mistake. Jim Adair reports. Full Story: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20130521_renovations.htm

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More Homeowners are Spending on Home Improvements

Posted on April 21, 2013 by

By Megan Hopkins • April 18, 2013 • HousingWire.com Home improvement spending is expected to grow as the year progresses, according to data released Thursday by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. And such a jump is … Continue reading →

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Energy Efficient Homes Save Energy and Homeownership

Posted on April 17, 2013 by

Energy Efficient Homes Save Energy And Homeownership The money saved in an Energy Star home is enough to rate the homeowner a better mortgage risk than a homeowner who does not have an Energy Star home, according to a landmark … Continue reading →

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What is a Reserve Study in your HOA?

Posted on April 14, 2013 by

RealtyTimes.com, April 13th, 2013 The Reserve Study analyzes repair and replacement needs like roofing and painting that happen every year and provides a funding plan for accumulating money to perform this work when its needed. There are several parts to … Continue reading →

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