By Erik J. Martin | CTW FEATURES It’s important to “kick the tires,” check under the hood, and scrutinize the condition and maintenance/repair history of a used car before committing to a purchase. Likewise, it’s vital to perform your due diligence on a home for
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The risks of home equity loans and how to avoid them
Home equity loans can help homeowners take advantage of their home’s value to access cash easily and quickly. Borrowing against your ownership stake could be worth it if you’re confident you’ll be able to make payments on time, and especially if you use the loan
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Who needs a home appraisal when we have Zillow? You do
Like many homeowners, my husband and I often play the “what do you think our home is worth?” game. The question is moot since we’re not selling our house, but we still play. We occasionally check Zillow. He believes in Zillow. I believe it’s wrong.
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Hiring an appraiser gives most complete look at home’s value | Home/Garden
Like many homeowners, my husband and I often play a game of “what do you think our home is worth.” My number is always higher. In matters financial, DC plays it as safe as a blockhouse. The question is moot because we’re not selling our
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How-To Guide – Forbes Home
1. Turn Off the Water Heater Forbes Home / Deane Biermeier If you have a gas-powered water heater, set the thermostat, located on the outside of the water heater, to “Off.” If you have electric, shut off power to the water heater directly at the
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Does a Home Warranty Cover Plumbing Systems? – Forbes Home
Your plumbing system is a top-tier item that you’ll want to maintain and care for throughout the life of your home. Inevitably, routine wear will eventually lead to parts of your plumbing system requiring repairs or even replacements. And when that day comes, you won’t
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