6 Tips for Renting Out Your Home

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Guest Blogger: AJ Smith

As the housing market continues to recover, you may hear about renting mavens that capitalize on the increasing rental market. Renting can be a great way to make some extra income, but it’s important to consider the appropriate preparations before you get on board. If you are thinking about renting out your home, here are some tips to consider.

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What is the Value of a Digital Home?

Photo Courtesy: Mashable: Digital HomeIn 2014, over five millions homes were bought and sold. And according to the Census, there are 120 million homes in the US. Of these 120 millions homes, 70 million are fully owner occupied.

A “physical home” has been well understood for the last few centuries.  People intuitively know that a physical home is made up of various structural materials, building materials, equipment, fixtures, and finishes.  The real estate process is well defined. As are property laws, transfer ownership of these physical homes and the insurance Read More


Home Buying in Winter … To Buy or Wait

Home buying in winterThink home buying in winter is crazy. Not really. It is not as common to buy a home in winter due to all the other activities and festivities, but there are some great reasons why home buying in winter just might pay off. Take a look at why some people might buy a home in winter and the benefits it has on them. Read More


5 Areas That Will Make or Break Your Home Inspection

Photo Courtesy: The House of Smiths - Home Inspection

You have butterflies in your stomach. You can’t decide which perfume to use. Flowery and feminine or bold so he knows you mean business. Should you start in the kitchen or go straight upstairs? And should you tell him about that thing in the attic? These are questions that come up all the time when getting a home inspection. Read More