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Articles About Homeownership and For Homeowners

The following articles are about homeownership for those considering buying a home as well as information to help current homeowners.

What Makes a House a Home For You?

December 21, 2018

We frequently talk about why it makes sense to buy a home financially, but more often than not the emotional reasons are the more powerful or compelling ones. No matter what shape or size your living space is, the concept and feeling of … [Read more...]

Topic: Real Estate, Homeownership

Homeownership Remains a Huge Part of the American Dream

December 20, 2018

As we head into 2019, many news outlets and housing experts warn that the housing market may slow down. Over the last six years, the inventory of homes for sale has been near historic lows, which has been the force behind increasing home … [Read more...]

Topic: Real Estate, Homeownership

How to Simply Increase Your Family Wealth by Paying for Housing

December 11, 2018

Everyone should realize that unless you are living somewhere rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s. Buying your own home provides you with a form of ‘forced savings’ that allows you to use your monthly … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership, Real Estate Tagged With: home equity

Homeowners Aged 65+ Have 48x More Net Worth Than Renters

December 4, 2018

Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. Their latest survey data covers responses from 2013-2016. The study revealed that the … [Read more...]

Topic: Real Estate, Homeownership Tagged With: Buy vs Rent Home

Considerations for Planning Your Future Home Improvement Projects

September 22, 2018

Adjusting to life as a homeowner is full of ups and downs. With the far greater responsibility of taking care of your own home also comes an incredible amount of freedom. Not only is there no landlord to tell you where you can and cannot … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership, Buying a Home, Real Estate Investing, Selling a Home

How to Be a Great Neighbor from Day One

September 17, 2018

Moving into your very first owned home is a big step in life. While you may be completely wrapped up in the excitement of owning your own house and the promise the property holds for your life, it can be hard to remember the world around … [Read more...]

Topic: Buying a Home, Homeownership

Home Maintenance From the Ground Up: A Complete Checklist

July 1, 2018

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Becoming a homeowner is an incredibly proud experience and for many people buying their first home, it's a sign of maturity, success, and a major life change. Of course, it also comes with a lot of responsibilities. When you were a renter, … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership, Buying a Home Tagged With: home maintenance

How to Secure Your New Home

June 22, 2018

Moving into a new home, there are a million different things to worry about. Even if security is one of the last things on your mind, it should be among the first things you do when you get to the new house. Your new home may be beautiful, … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership

9 Fun Home Improvements for Raising Children

June 13, 2018

There are many reasons why people enjoy owning their own home and being a fantastic parent is definitely one of those reasons. Being a homeowner means being able to do anything you want with your home which also means the freedom to turn it … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership, Buying a Home

15 Ways to Reduce Your Utility Bills and Why They Work

April 27, 2018

Managing your finances is something that every new homeowner is very familiar with. The effort of saving up a downpayment, navigating your way through the negotiation, and coming out the other side having paid cost, commission, and closing … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership, Buying a Home Tagged With: dhaadmin

Financial Tips Every New Homeowner Needs to Hear

April 22, 2018

Buying your first home is an important life step for most adults. It is a major change in your financial lifestyle and for many signified the shift from nomadic young professionals to responsible career-people and parents. It means that … [Read more...]

Topic: Buying a Home, Homeownership Tagged With: Financial Tips

10 Ways To Prepare Your Home For Spring

March 31, 2018

It's true. Spring time is when the housing market picks up but whether you're selling or just excited about spring, these helpful tips are important to keep your house in tip-top shape. 10 Point Checklist To Prepare Your Home For … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership, Selling a Home

Tips for the New Homeowner

March 23, 2018

Moving in to your first home is a milestone in your life. It's a day filled with hope and joy, mingled with excitement and maybe a little bit of apprehension. Suddenly you're thinking about things like lawn mowers, snowblowers and hedge … [Read more...]

Topic: Homeownership, Buying a Home

Should I Buy or Rent a Home? Top Factors to Consider

March 11, 2018

own vs rent denver home

Should you buy a home or rent? This is an important question and one with no simple answer that fits everyone. The Denver housing market is currently hot, meaning housing inventory it tight and both home prices and rents are going up. … [Read more...]

Topic: Renting, Buying a Home, Homeownership Tagged With: Buy vs Rent Home

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