Last year my boyfriend Chris and I became part of the home-owners club. We were so ecstatic after signing all the paperwork that we headed straight over to our new home and took a selfie. We love being homeowners and despite all the work that goes into buying a home, we are so happy we did it. However, before we started this process we had no idea how much work it would take, what questions to … [Read more...] about 6 Tips for Buying Your First Home: What You Need to Know Financially
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A Quick Guide to Changing Your Mortgage
Buying a home is one of the most important (and expensive) decisions of your life. Securing a mortgage can seem like a great achievement, but as time goes on it may appear that your mortgage agreement is no longer a good fit for you and your financial standings. Switching your mortgage to a different plan or different provider may enable you to avail of cheaper interest rates, more flexible … [Read more...] about A Quick Guide to Changing Your Mortgage
Buying a Home: The Best Architecture for You
Many Millennials have come to a point in their lives when it's time to stop renting and start exploring the real estate market for their first home. When buying your first home, you will likely not know what to expect or what type of house best suits you. Growing up, I always saw myself in a fancy Victorian house, with huge bay windows and sideways sliding wooden doors. Now that I have started a … [Read more...] about Buying a Home: The Best Architecture for You
Prolonging the Summer with the Ice Cool Trend
Despite the weather doing its best to put us off, we’re all desperately holding on to the last month of summer. If you’re reluctant to admit defeat, there’s a new interior trend that may just help you to stretch those summer loving days just a little bit further. Think of ice cream pastels, bold prints and adorning your walls with everything that reminds you of the sunniest time of year. The … [Read more...] about Prolonging the Summer with the Ice Cool Trend
Give Your Bathroom the Hollywood Look
Do you like to watch television programs that go behind the doors of superstar homes? There's something fascinating about watching how the super wealthy live. Their bathrooms are always one of the most impressive rooms in the house, and that's no surprise. Bathrooms shouldn't be simply functional, they're designed to add an element of luxury to our homes and our lives. Having a bathroom that looks … [Read more...] about Give Your Bathroom the Hollywood Look
Three Questions to Ask Before Buying Your First Home
Buying your first home can be an emotional blur. You may feel excited, nervous, or even scared that things will not turn out the way you have planned. You have to shop through mortgages, find a house meeting at least 90 percent of your "desired amenities" and conduct all the necessary inspections. However, the most important thing to consider is your future. Here are a few questions you should ask … [Read more...] about Three Questions to Ask Before Buying Your First Home
The Importance of Being Furnished: Bargain Decorations
Apartments are expensive enough as it is, especially if they’re in major metropolitan areas (a.k.a. some of the most desirable places to live, work, and go to school). I’m in the process of finding ways to decorate my first apartment, but new furniture is too costly in addition to the expenses of school and rent. Still, it’s important to feel comfortable when you arrive back at your place after a … [Read more...] about The Importance of Being Furnished: Bargain Decorations
It’s All in the Details: 4 Ways to Create a Welcoming Entryway
Your front door is the first thing guests encounter when they visit your home. While functionality and security are the most important features of doors, your entry door should also be inviting. It should reflect your personality and style, and be the perfect accent to your home. Accentuating focal points in your exterior, such as your entry door, can make a whole lot of difference. Architectural … [Read more...] about It’s All in the Details: 4 Ways to Create a Welcoming Entryway
This Old House Needs Some New Windows–But do I Need Permission?
There’s little doubt that compared to old and single glazed windows the double glazed variety offers a number of significant advantages. Modern uPVC materials for a start are more resistant to damage, corrosion and have a longer lifespan that aluminium, iron or wood frames (if the latter have been poorly maintained). When it comes to life expectancy wood can actually beat uPVC but the amount of … [Read more...] about This Old House Needs Some New Windows–But do I Need Permission?
6 Skills and Qualities a Successful Real Estate Agent Needs
There are many real estate agents out there in the world, but some are better at their job than others. A successful real estate agent usually excels due to a number of traits and characteristics that is beneficial in the job. So, what are the characteristics that make a good real estate agent? There are many characteristics and traits that add up to a very successful and … [Read more...] about 6 Skills and Qualities a Successful Real Estate Agent Needs
Top 7 Questions To Ask Your Mortgage Lender
Choosing a mortgage will be one of the biggest financial decisions of your life, so it is worth taking the time and making the decision wisely. There are many different types of mortgages out there, so you will need to examine your choices and investigate which one works best for you. It is important to ask your lender a lot of questions when choosing the mortgage, so that you can … [Read more...] about Top 7 Questions To Ask Your Mortgage Lender
