Photo by Clint Patterson via Unsplash It sounds like a great idea -- turn off your electricity entirely when you go on vacation and you'll dramatically slash your electric bills. While this works in theory, there are some considerations that make shutting everything down problematic for homeowners. Learning more about your options allows you to conserve energy wisely,...

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels While the home buying process is exciting, applying for a mortgage can be time-consuming. Paperwork is a big part of the mortgage process and the better prepared you are, the more likely it is to go well. In fact, if you are considering getting preapproved for a mortgage, lining the paperwork up...

Photo by Ulrike Mai via Pixabay Moving from one state to another is stressful enough for adults and children. Often pets are doubly confused. Your home may be the only world they've known. They don't understand why you're leaving or if you're coming back. Boxes are piling up and moving people, family and friends are everywhere. This may...

Photo by: NeONBRAND via Unsplash Missing a mortgage payment is not the end of the world. Many lenders are more than ready to work out a payment plan if you’re going through a rough patch or budgetary crisis. However, you may end up doing more harm than good to your credit and home ownership if you don’t contact...

It’s a good financial practice to check your credit report and score periodically. You want to be sure that no one has stolen your identity and that all the information on the report is correct. It may sound simple to check your credit, but there are so many sources that you can get it from and so many options...

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay There is a lot of discussion today about whether or not a real estate agent is necessary for the most successful sale of your home. You may have all the required skills and experience to handle it yourself, but that’s hard to figure out if you don’t know what a real estate...

The home selling journey may prove to be long and arduous, particularly for those who fail to plan ahead. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to expedite the house selling cycle and quickly achieve your desired results. Let's take a look at three tips to help you accelerate the home selling journey. 1. Understand Your Target Audience...

If you want to achieve the best-possible results during the home selling journey, you should be open to negotiating with a homebuyer. Because if you communicate with a property buyer, you may increase your chances of enjoying a quick, successful home selling experience. There is no need to stress about a home negotiation. Now, let's take a look at...

Photo by Markus Spiske from Pexels Did you just park your car on top of your septic tank? If you're not sure, it's time to pull together a home maintenance binder. Your home maintenance binder contains important information, such as where your well and septic are located and the location of your drain field. It's a running tally...

Ideal location and floor plan in Hidden Meadows neighborhood. Full 2-story walk-out with tree lined lot, private real yard with large maintenance free deck off kitchen. Five spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, main floor great room with 2-story ceiling providing excellent natural light and volumes of airy space. Entry also is open and spacious with a two-story ceiling. Lower level walkout with ¾ bath, bedroom and family room & exercise area. Near by is the Hidden Meadows Park with an abundance of activity areas for everyone. Ideal home in the heart of Maple Grove, minutes to I-94 & shopping, dining, schools & great...

Bring Spring into your new home featuring 4 season porch, vaulted ceilings, abundance of glass and panoramic views of pond and wetland areas. Main floor living at its best with granite kitchen, oversized center island, Owners BR with ensuite, 2nd BR/office, main floor laundry, hard surface flooring, fireplace, & w/o LL, w/ 2 brs & Lg family room & oversized 3 car garage. Full custom-building available. Many lots to choose from for custom home building of all building styles and floor plans. Fieldston Family Homes would enjoy working with you to build your clients dream...

Rare find walkout rambler. Beautiful setting, mature trees, large lot and convenient location. Main floor living with all wood flooring, granite kitchen and bathroom tops, high end SS appliances, large 3 season porch & deck overlooking rear yard. Ideal 5’ walk-in shower in the main floor bathroom. Main floor laundry with W& D included. Walkout lower level is finished with additional kitchen, Living room, large exercise or theater room, additional bedroom and 3/34 bath. Roomy 24x24 garage with shelving and additional refrigerator. The home is ready for you to enjoy and move into! Original owners have taken excellent care and...