Month: February 2014

  • Things to Keep in Mind When Buying Your First Home

    Buying your first home can be an intimidating process. But through all the forms and phone calls and steps in the process, it might be helpful to remember that first time buyers account for two-fifths of all home purchases. So don’t for one second think that the sellers hold all the cards — without buyers,…

  • The Benefits of Building a Custom Home

    A custom home is a site-specific home built from a unique set of plans according to the client’s desires and lifestyle. In Arizona custom home builders are especially popular because Arizona is a state in which there is a lot of demand for custom homes. However, building a custom home can often be very expensive,…

  • Exterior Window Treatments are Great for More Than Just Curb Appeal

    Upgrading the exterior of your home is a great way to increase curb appeal and build a property that stands out on the block. However, perhaps surprisingly, the right window treatments are actually great for improving the functionality of your home’s interior. That is especially true if you choose to install outdoor plantation shutters. Because…

  • Looking for a Great Place to Retire? Santa Fe is a Great Choice

    “Retirement isn’t so bad. Give me a tall drink, a plush sofa and a rerun of ‘Matlock,’ and you can have the rest. Matlock is my hero. He never loses.” – Ken Venturi After retirement, there is certainly more time for watching reruns of old cop dramas. However, being able to retire often means having…

  • Properly Seal Your Home to Ensure Efficiency Heating and Cooling

    Every month, many homeowners are surprised at just how large their utility bills are. If that is the case, you might be concerned that your home heating cooling systems are not running efficiently and it is time for some repairs. However, before calling heating and air conditioning contractors, you should make sure your home is…

  • 4 Simple Tips for a Smooth Employee Relocation Process

    Employee relocation is a common occurrence in the United States. In fact, approximately 40 million corporate moves happen each year. Among those moves, over 35% of those between the ages of 20 and 24 relocate each year; and almost 31% percent for those between the ages of 25 and 29. When relocation is done for…

  • Graduate School Can Be Difficult, but Finding a Place to Live Should Not Be

    Did you know that Statistic Brain Research Institute reports that more than two million Americans are currently enrolled in graduate school? However, graduate school can often be challenging and stressful, so students should not have to worry about where they are going to live. Fortunately, downtown rental apartments can be found in several areas, including…

  • Now Could Be the Time to Buy

    Before you even begin to search for new homes for sale, you need to consider your budget and purchasing ability, especially since new home developers cater to all types of buyers. When you purchase your first home, you will need to be prepared with a down payment, the legal and closing costs and then you…