You may plan to sell your home to purchase a new home when your current home becomes too small for your growing family or you may have inherited additional home ownership, or your dream job requires you to move to another city or state . Well, in any of these situations where you need to […]
Mold is a type of tiny living organism in the fungus family. The spores thrive on moisture and spread rapidly in the presence of moisture. They can grow on any material and surface, particularly objects made of cellulose. Recent studies show that most homes have some form of mold infection due to unknown indoor moisture […]
The first thing to establish is whether or not the seller has the qualifying interest. This means that they are entitled to capital allowances. With the direct purchase and sale, the interest will automatically be transferred to the buyer. However, leases are somewhat more complex; When a lease is granted, the lessor will generally grant […]
The energy performance of most buildings can be improved with insulation, including those made of earth, such as adobe and earthbag structures. Although most earthen structures are located in hot, dry climates, there is a growing demand for low-cost, environmentally friendly earthen construction techniques in cold climates. This article explores three innovative methods of insulating […]
Countless experiences in life have shown that exposing my mind to something does not necessarily allow me to understand, accept or interpret it properly in the first step, or in the second, or in the third, or, in some cases, in the 25th. Take step four of the adult child recovery program, for example. I […]
Retirees expect to spend time relaxing, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. They often combine these activities to purchase a vacation home. But making this type of purchase can be a big step for people living on a fixed income or unsure about getting a mortgage in their later years. If you’re thinking […]
I like to create with my hands. I especially enjoy creating useful items out of wood. Unfortunately, my self-designed and built 6′ X 3′ workbench has a tendency to become literate with miscellaneous “stuff”, and I find myself at my wits end trying to build projects on a piece of plywood strung on two sawhorses. […]
Technically, the ‘closing’ of a deal occurs when you sign the papers that make the property yours. But before that happens, there are a few things you need to know. A little working knowledge of how real estate transactions work can go a long way. 1. Walk around the property Better safe than sorry! Inspect […]
Connie from Dallas became a member of the Collect Back Rent team in January. Connie was a retired teacher who owns 9 rental units. She had a tenant who moved out of her rental and owed her 2 months rent and $2,000 in damages. Connie had heard the bad luck stories and he moved out […]
More and more people are realizing that now might be the perfect time to start getting into the business of investing in real estate. Typically, this involves taking old or run-down properties that won’t sell and fixing them up so they can be listed and sold effectively. Since buyers are even more choosy about properties […]