by Stig Bergquist | Jun 17, 2024 | Advice for Renters
For Renters: Temporary Solutions: Use removable wallpaper, adhesive hooks, and portable furniture to personalize your space without risking your security deposit. Accessorize: Add personality with rugs, throw pillows, curtains, and other accessories that can easily be...
by Stig Bergquist | Apr 9, 2024 | Advice for Renters, Lease Terms
Alright, let’s dive into the world of leases and break it down straightforwardly! A lease is a rock-solid contract that lays out all the terms and conditions for renting something, like a property, from one party to another. You know, it’s like that agreement that...
by Stig Bergquist | Oct 19, 2023 | Advice For Buyers, Advice for Renters, Moving In, Neighborhood, Social Interaction
If you’re starting to think about looking for a new home, picking the neighborhood can seem almost as complicated as picking the house itself. Here are five things to keep in mind as you explore neighborhoods you might like to live in. Time the Commute to Your Job If...
by Stig Bergquist | Aug 4, 2022 | Advice For Buyers, Advice for Renters, Buying a Home, Mortgage Rates
According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.30% in the week ending July 28, down from 5.54% the week before. While lower, it is still higher than the 2.80% recorded for last year at this time. Starting in January, mortgage rates rose quickly...
by Stig Bergquist | Dec 14, 2021 | Advice For Buyers, Advice for Renters, Buying a Home, Home Inspection, Neighborhood
If you’re starting to think about looking for a new home, picking the neighborhood can seem almost as complicated as picking the house itself. Here are five things to keep in mind as you explore neighborhoods you might like to live in. 1. Time the Commute to Your Job...
by Stig Bergquist | Dec 29, 2020 | Advice for Homeowners, Advice for Renters, Buying a Home, Extraordinary Homes, Home Decorating, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance
Many home experts advise setting aside between one and three percent of your home’s value every year to cover repair and maintenance costs. This amount should cover occasional issues like a leaking pipe or a cracked window. But more significant problems lead to bigger...
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