5 Home Features That Could Impact Your Insurance Rate (and Upgrades That Can Lower It) Take these upgrades that commonly impact rates into consideration, and you may start writing smaller checks. SAM SHALOM The following is a guest post from Paul Martin The way home insurance rates are calculated can seem like a mystery. However, once you understand the mindset of the insurance company, it becomes easier to figure out. To lower your home insurance rate, you’ll need to honestly review some key features of your... read more

5 Ways to Pay for a Pricey Home Remodel Whether your overgrown starter home needs an extension or you want to add luxury upgrades to your basic bathroom, a remodel can give you the home you want using the resources you already have. SAM SHALOM Remodeling your home can be a great way to change your living space without buying a new house. Whether your overgrown starter home needs an extension or you want to add luxury upgrades to your basic bathroom, a remodel can give you the home you want using the resou... read more

// 5 Kitchen Update Trends Whether you’re looking to invest in simple updates or a complete kitchen renovation, you can’t go wrong incorporating the latest design trends to enjoy now as well as boost your home’s value when it comes time to sell. If you’re not sure where to begin, check out our list below featuring on-trend elements we think will give you the most “bang for your buck.” SAM SHALOM The following is a guest post from Patti Stern Whether you’re looking to inv... read more

What Are the Benefits of Buying or Selling a Home for Cash?   But if you can buy a house with cash, should you do it? SHARON LEE Most people try to avoid getting into debt; it’s a much wiser financial decision. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible. On big-ticket items such as higher education, purchasing a car, and buying a house, loans are a common occurrence. But if you can buy a house with cash, should you do it? What are the benefits of making a cash offer on a home or accepting a ca... read more

The 5 Best Self-Learning Smart Home Devices Self-learning home devices learn your habits and adjust themselves accordingly for an unprecedented level of convenience. SHARON LEE Guest post by Jon Snyder Picture this: You’ve had an exhausting week — all you want to do is go home and relax. It’s hot outside, but you arrive to a perfectly cooled home. As dusk rolls in, your blinds follow suit, as if they’re chasing the sunset. You make your way to your bedroom and practically crumble ... read more