Question: A resident puts her outdoor furniture in the common area adjacent to her unit, insisting she was given permission by the developer.Answer: A claim that permission was granted by the developer is not valid since the developer has no right to grant some right to one that is not enjoyed by all. The board should advise the offending member the practice should cease.Questi...
Full Story >If youve decided youre going to build a custom home rather than buying an existing one, the process of getting started can be intimidating. When you buy an existing home, you know what youre getting. When youre going to do a custom build, there is a lot of uncertainty.One of the first things you have to do is choose a home builder.The following are some of the things you should...
Full Story >Youd be hard-pressed to find someone who hasnt heard of minimalism. What started in the early 1960s as an art movement has since become a popular life>Minimalism in interior design is all about emphasizing utility. A minimalist home is intentional, with muted colors and limited objects. The end goal is to showcase the essentials in a chic and organized atmosphere.nbsp;Does this...
Full Story >Freddie Macs results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey shows that "The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage broke seven percent for the first time since April 2002, leading to greater stagnation in the housing market. As inflation endures, consumers are seeing higher costs at every turn, causing further declines in consumer confidence this month. In fact, many potential homebuyers a...
Full Story >Sustainability and being more eco-friendly are top priorities for many of us right now. Luckily, you dont have to spend a fortune to make your life more sustainable, including your home dcor.The following are simple, practical ways you can cultivate a more sustainable interior design concept in your home for a greener and often healthier life>Choose the Right MaterialsThe mater...
Full Story >Tiling might seem like an impossible DIY project, but it doesnt have to be. In fact, beginners can even take on a tiling project, as long as they have the right tools DIY tiling can save you a lot of money, so before you hire a pro, give some serious thought to whether you can take it on yourself.nbsp;Laying tile like a pro does require some special equipment though. Youll want...
Full Story >Amortization is a process when you pay down your loan balance with the use of fixed payments. These are often monthly payments. If you buy a home with a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage, you pay the same amount each month. Your loan balance and the interest costs will decline over time.Your monthly payment in this situation is based on your loan balance, which is how much money your...
Full Story >Typically, the winter holiday season is not an optimal time to sell a home.The weather isnt conducive to showings, its the middle of the school year, and most people think about holiday planning and travel.Of course, there are some possible benefits. For example, if you sell your home in the winter, theres less competition because most people sell in the spring and summer. Peop...
Full Story >Lets talk about daily habits.The definition of a Habit isa settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that is hard to give up.So what does that mean?It means to do something without thinking about it.Some say it takes 21 days to form or break a habit, however some studies show it takes up to 66 days.This means Discipline is the key.But that is not enough. Awareness...
Full Story >The floors: gleaming. The walls: painted. The knick knacks: perfectly placed. So why does your home still feelunfinished? Maybe its time to look up. Yes, all the way to that blank, boring ceiling.Anbsp;creative ceilingnbsp;can completelynbsp;change the look of a room, taking a space from so-so to stunning, said House Beautiful. Here are four ways to create a statement ceiling i...
Full Story >Question: We have a unit owner who is over a year delinquent. Our property manager took it upon herself to set up a payment plan to include the dues plus 50 extra per month. It will take over three years to pay off the late assessments Is it typical for managers to make this kind of decision without input from the board?Answer: No, the manager should not have made any deal unle...
Full Story >Cooler weather ahead doesnt mean you have to give up your precious outdoor space. In this year like no other, extra space is treasured and you need to enjoy your backyard or balcony as long as possible. Here are some tips to make the most of your space this fall and winter.Warm it upIn this climate, people dont tend to use their outdoor spaces in winter, says Amedeo Barbini of ...
Full Story >When youre trying to sell a home, whether youre an owner, or youre a Realtor, the imagery you convey is one of the most important aspects of marketing. People are inherently visual, and if your photos online arent high-quality and visually appealing, youre not likely to garner interest in your property.Even if youre a photographer who wants to branch into real estate photos, th...
Full Story >Helping a family member buy and finance a home is a noble thing. For first time buyers, sometimes there just isnt enough qualifying income to buy a home where they want to live. In some areas, home prices are simply too expensive for many. Thats when buyers who are close to qualifying but need a little push can ask for a co-signer. If youve been asked and are considering it, th...
Full Story >Floods occur in many forms and in some ways are considered one of the worst natural disasters. Floods may happen in areas near a river or body of water, after a major rainfall that causes the water table to rise, and in your home if a pipe bursts.nbsp;Whatever the cause, floods cause more than 40 billion in damages each year. They are one of the leading causes of fatalities fro...
Full Story >There are plenty of benefits to buying a home during the cold winter months. Generally, there are fewer people shopping for homes in the winter, which means you might have less competition when bidding on a house. Additionally, you have a higher chance of closing a deal - according to Zillow.nbsp;However, you need to take several key factors into consideration when home shoppin...
Full Story >With soaring interest rates, homebuilder confidence continues to plunge. The metric declined for the 10th straight month in October, with continued weakening in demand. In September, there was an unexpected rise in new home sales, but economists were quick to warn that it would likely be short-lived. The National Association of Home Builders recently said that prices could be o...
Full Story >This is a question I believe everyone should be asking themselves. I say this as a coach, entrepreneur, business owner and not to try and get sales.I am going to refer to a survey by Wyzowl.Think for a minute, Where is video applicable on social media? What platforms use video? What platforms are video-centric?Ya, pretty much all of them, or they will be soon.I do believe we ar...
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