Have you ever thought about it? Going greener can build stronger communities. Interesting information exists online about going green and stronger communities. In fact, a report on planning.org presents the following information: “For those concerned that green spaces may foster crime and illegal ... Continue Reading » about Going Greener Can Build Stronger Communities in Ruskin
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Alternative Housing
Why alternative housing? To save money, to travel, to live creatively - there are many reasons why people choose to live in tents, RVs, cabins, underground homes, rental rooms and anything else that's less common than the houses, condos and apartments that most people call home. Below are some of ... Continue Reading » about Alternative Housing
Renovations Buyers Like to See in Riverview
All updates are created equal. Right? No, they’re not. Some, like a “man cave” or lavish new bathroom, are for your own enjoyment. You may already know that the ROI, or return on investment, won’t be as much when you place the home on the market with these investments. However, you might want to ... Continue Reading » about Renovations Buyers Like to See in Riverview
Mortgage Problems and the Myth of Foreclosure Help
For a number of reasons, the rate of home foreclosures is rising in the United States. In fact, the rate is up some 70% over a year ago. Part of this is due to rising interest rates that are making payments unaffordable to homeowners who bought their homes three or four years ago with adjustable ... Continue Reading » about Mortgage Problems and the Myth of Foreclosure Help
Checking Your Credit Report
I just got my yearly reminder to go check my credit report and make sure everything is correct. This is a step that needs to be done prior to applying for a mortgage. You always want to make sure the errors are corrected and you know exactly what should and should not be on that credit report. ... Continue Reading » about Checking Your Credit Report
Parrish Homeowners – What’s an ADU?
There was a time when it was common for multiple generations to live in the same home. Today, it’s not uncommon for aging parents to move in with their kids or for college students who are trying to get their finances in order to move in. What’s an ADU? Some homeowners use their extra space to ... Continue Reading » about Parrish Homeowners – What’s an ADU?