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Living Smart: Basement Waterproofing Methods
Waterfalls and water fountains soothe the soul. Water in your basement stirs up anguish.
There are several methods to keep water out of your basement or remove what gets in. The most expensive, as well as the most effective, can require extensive excavation, our researchers learned in interviewing homeowners and highly rated contractors.
INTERIOR SOLUTIONS
- Interior-based waterproofing methods, often called "negative side" projects, involve moving out water that's inside the home. Fixing a water problem from the inside may be a cheaper option, especially in cases where exterior work isn't practical or possible.
- Drain: This system moves water out of the house through a hole or trench in the foundation, paired with a sump pump. Such a system should also inc...
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Mortgage Matters: What is An Assumable Mortgage?
"An assumable mortgage is held by the seller and can be taken over by the buyer when a home is sold," explains Litzner. "Such loans are hard to find because most lenders stopped voluntarily writing them many years ago."
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Top 10 Home Staging Tips
With all the competition in today's marketplace, professionally staging your home has never been more important. Here are some top tips from Sure Fit on how to beat your competition and allure the attention of buyers. 1. Consider curb appeal You may not have the funds for a professional landscaper, but homeowners should make sure lawns are freshly mowed, leaves raked, and paths cleared. Scrub the front door, porch, railings and steps, pick up a new mailbox and welcome mat, and add a fresh coat of paint where needed. Add seasonal potted plants and a bench to the entryway to welcome visitors into a clean, fresh and relaxing space. 2. Forgo Family Photos You may consider it the crown jewel of the living room, but future buyers will see outdated family photos as years of wear and tear. Clear the room of family portraits and other items that say "you don't live here" to potential buyers. 3. What Once Was Old, Should Be Newly Slip-covered No need to splurge on new furniture and home asset...
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Mortgage Madness: What You Need to Know Right Now
EAST MEADOW, NY, Jan 11, 2014-Weeding through all of the available information on mortgage rates can be exhausting. From trends to current percentage fluctuations, there is always a surplus of information at your fingertips. Below are three things you should know about today's mortgage arena, provided by Michael Litzner, Broker of Century 21 American Homes.
They're on the way up – but still look good. Today's rates are higher than they were a year ago, but they're still relatively low. Recently, mortgage rates were weighing in around 4 percent, which isn't as low as 2012's 3 percent, but is still a great rate.
They shouldn't stop you from buying. If you're waiting to purchase a home b...
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