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Why Regular Home Maintenance Is More Than Just a Chore

November 21, 2024 by Rilian Ball

Owning a home is huge and one of the most valuable investments many of us will ever make. Like any valuable asset, your home requires care and upkeep to ensure it stays in great condition, retains value, and remains a safe, comfortable haven. Here’s why making regular home maintenance a priority pays off in the long run: 1. Preserve Property ValueA well-maintained home can significantly enhance curb appeal and preserve, or even increase, property value. Regular upkeep such as painting the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around The Home Tagged With: Home Maintenance, Preventative Care, Property Value

What To Know About Property Values and Refinancing

November 12, 2021 by Rilian Ball

There are many people who are thinking about refinancing their homes. For example, some people may be interested in reducing their monthly payments, while other people may be interested in tapping into the value of the home to fund a home improvement project. What is the relationship between property values and refinancing? There are several important points to keep in mind.  Property Values Tend To Rise First, it is important for homeowners to understand that property values tend to rise … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Mortgage, Property Value, Refinance

The Process Of Estimating Property Values

August 27, 2021 by Rilian Ball

Property values are a moving target. They are important to buyers and sellers because everyone wants to get the best deal possible. Sellers want to get as much money for their investment while buyers do not want to overpay for a home. There are a lot of factors that play a role in property values including the economy, the number of people looking for homes, new home construction, schools, the job market, and more. How do real estate agents estimate the value of a home? How Much Will Someone Pay … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Home Estimates, Mortgage, Property Value

Should You Relocate A House To Improve Its Value?

August 27, 2019 by Rilian Ball

What can be done with a house that is just perfect but it is in a bad neighborhood or a dangerous spot? Think about homes that are in decent condition; yet, too close to the water. America is experiencing flooding now that is not supposed to happen in 500 years. That cute little beach bungalow could easily get wiped out in the next hurricane. It might be time to think about moving those homes to a safer area or higher ground. The International Association of Structural Movers says that around … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Property Value, Real Estate, Relocation

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