Real Estate Consumer News » Remodeling/Home Imrpovement

Electric Panels need their space too

Dennis Norman — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 02:58:36 +0000

It is not uncommon when performing an inspection, not be able to have ready access to the electric panel cabinet. Items are stored in front of it, it is located behind the laundry equipment, it is covered by a finished wall, it is located in a closet with limited space and yes even it [...] Related posts:

What to do when moisture gets inside your home

Gerry Loesch — Fri, 27 May 2011 11:56:40 +0000

Where do you begin?

Moisture can come from several sources. However, the most frequent sources of moisture inside the home are the plumbing, roofing, basement seepage and condensation. No matter where the source is it must be found and eliminated.

Moisture damage in some cases may take some time to become obvious. It is easy [...] Related posts:

Spring Showers-It is time to Improve the Odds to Limit Basement Seepage

Gerry Loesch — Mon, 02 May 2011 20:15:27 +0000

Basement seepage, in most cases relates to poor management of surface and roof water. Water causing basement seepage can come from three basic sources. First surface water can be directed to, rather than away from the foundation. Second water collected in gutters and downspouts is not routed away from the foundation. Although rare, the third [...] Related posts:

FHA 203(k) financing helps buyers take advantage of as is bargains

Robert Fishel — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:32:26 +0000

Most mortgage financing plans provide only permanent financing. That is, the lender will not usually close the loan and release the mortgage proceeds unless the condition of value of the property provides adequate loan security, When rehabilitation is involved , this means the lender requires improvements to be finished before a long-term mortgage [...] Related posts:

Remodeling report shows which projects bring most return

Dennis Norman — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:54:59 +0000

The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) published its’ “Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report” for this year and in it rated exterior replacement projects among the most cost-effective home improvement projects. This reinforces something most REALTORS will tell you which is that a homes curb appeal plays a significant role in the sale of the home.

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Tax Credits Help Homeowners Winterize Their Homes; IRS says check credit certification first

Dennis Norman — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 20:02:18 +0000

Dennis Norman

Time is running out to take advantage of two tax credit programs that are a result of the expanded recovery act: The “Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit” and “Residential Energy Efficient Property Credit” programs both offer homeowners the opportunity to receive tax credits for energy-efficient upgrades, but the programs end this year.

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Not All Home Improvements Lead to Higher Value

Dennis Norman — Fri, 14 May 2010 12:24:39 +0000

Dennis Norman

Homeowners looking to upgrade or sell their home this spring should realize that not all remodeling and renovation projects will yield a full return on their investment, the president of the Appraisal Institute said today.

“When it comes to home improvement projects, especially in today’s economy, not every renovation or remodeling effort [...] Related posts:

Which home improvements and remodeling projects pay off?

Dennis Norman — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 13:19:32 +0000

Dennis Norman

“The smartest home improvement investments may also be some of the least expensive”

Realtors® report that the smartest home improvement investments may also be some of the least expensive. Results from the “2009 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report” show that small-scale exterior projects are the most profitable at resale, according to [...] Related posts: