Is your HOA breaking the law?

Is your HOA breaking the law?

When it comes to living with a homeowners association, there are all sorts of perks that are involved. These can include having a beautifully manicured lawn, great amenities, and even amazing holiday barbecues. However, there are also all sorts of stigmas that are...
The Right of First Refusal

The Right of First Refusal

Imagine for a moment that you’re able to make an offer on a home before any other individual is able to even look at it. This means that if you have a right of first refusal negotiated into any kind of lease or other form of housing agreement, you will get to be...
Celebrating Valentine’s Day at home

Celebrating Valentine’s Day at home

With Valentine’s Day now quickly approaching, chances are you’re likely trying to figure out the best way to celebrate with the one special person in your life that you love the most. Perhaps you forgot to make reservations for a nice dinner out at your...
Buying a foreclosure

Buying a foreclosure

Purchasing a foreclosure is a great way to get a house below market value. While the buying process itself can appear to be complicated, it’s actually not that different from purchasing a normal home. As with any real estate purchase there is always some risk...
Tech changing homeownership

Tech changing homeownership

Smart home technology involves automating the ability to control items around your own home by either pushing a button or using a voice command. There are all sorts of smart home product categories that let you control everything ranging from lights to temperature to...
Homeowner Tax Myths Busted

Homeowner Tax Myths Busted

When it comes to the United States tax code, this is something that is extremely long and hard to understand, especially the home-related tax issues. One tax program, however, that seems to cause all sorts of confusion is the first-time homebuyer credit. Despite...