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12 Ways to Lower Your Monthly Utility Bills

April 26, 2019 by Rilian Ball

According to the US Department of Energy, the average American household paid $111.67 each month for utilities in 2017. With some research and a few DIY projects, property owners can reduce those energy costs without sacrificing comfort or convenience. Establish Energy Friendly Habits Reduce energy waste to see an immediate change in your utility payments. Before bed, walk around your home. Make sure you turn off all lights, televisions, computers, and other plugged-in devices. In the colder … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Energy Conservation, Home Improvement, Real Estate

Going Tankless: Energy-Efficient Tankless Water Heaters

April 25, 2019 by Rilian Ball

There are so many ways in which you can green up your home and make it more sustainable these days. Many people are considering tankless water heaters. While this can certainly be the right option depending on the space you have and the type of water you use, here are some things to consider before you decide to invest in the switch. Maximizing Your Space One of the biggest issues with a traditional water heater is the amount of space it takes up, whether it's a side closet or a closed-off area … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Around the Home, Homeowner Tips, Upgrades and Renovations

8 Curb Appeal Tips for Selling Your Home Fast

April 24, 2019 by Rilian Ball

From small touches such as new lighting to larger efforts such as tiling the porch or stoop, creating curb appeal is one of the best investments you can make to resell your home fast. Here are eight ideas to maximize curb your appeal. Landscaping Is Critical For The First Impression Cut Back Trees and Shrubs. Landscaping should enhance your house, not overwhelm it. Trimming can bring impressive results. If you don't have a steady hand, leave it to a professional or handy relative. Manicure … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Curb Appeal, Home Improvement, Real Estate

Finding ‘Hard Money’ Lenders Is Easier Than You Think

April 23, 2019 by Rilian Ball

Are you the type of real estate investor that has an interest in a treasure hunt? A real estate investment strategy based on hard money is, at its core, a treasure hunt. There must be an underlying value, the "treasure," for a hard money opportunity to exist. Collateral For A Hard Money Loan Is Only The Property Hard money loans rely only on the value of the real estate property for collateral. The credit history of the borrower is not important. Usually, the limit for a hard money loan is a 60% … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Financing, Marketing Trends, Mortgage

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