I am a homeowner. Those are four words I never thought I would say just a few weeks shy of my 24th birthday. As a millennial, there has been a certain level of fear and apprehension surrounding the idea of homeownership, what with our mounds of student debt and love of avocado toast. However, we would [...]
Rates are still historically low, so now is the time for Brevard homeowners to refinance, perhaps to invest your equity into some valuable home improvements. When considering refinancing to increase the value of your home, you want to choose home improvement projects that give you the best bang for your buck. To help you figure [...]
Earth Day is this weekend, a day when people around the world think about their impact on the environment and find new ways to make a difference in their everyday lives. It can start in your own home, so here are 8 ways to make your home just a little bit greener: 1. [...]
Are tiny homes the new dream homes? When asked to picture your dream home, maybe you imagine yourself in a gilded mansion in Miami Beach or a picturesque mountain estate up north. For many around the country, they have decided that their dream home doesn’t come with 6 bedrooms and a waterfall by the pool. [...]
Criminals love the holidays, but it's not because Santa is bringing them the new black ski mask or lock-picking tools they had on their list this year. During the month of December, the threat of robbery is much greater simply because homes are more vulnerable. All those social events, shopping trips, and family vacations leave [...]
Contrary to popular belief, increasing the value of your home doesn't have to mean ripping up floors, tearing down walls, and spending every dime you have on expensive and time-consuming renovations. There are plenty of simple things you can do to make your house more beautiful and increase its overall value with just a few [...]
The moving truck pulls into the driveway, and you glance at the house number on the mailbox, reciting the address in your head so that you know it by heart right away. You turn the key to the front door for the first time, and it finally feels official. You are home. It’s an exciting [...]
Finally, moving is complete, and you can now focus on fun things like furniture, décor, and hosting a housewarming party. This is all well and good, but many first-time homebuyers overlook something equally if not more important, and that’s stocking up on all the necessary tools to keep your house in tip-top shape. Here are [...]
