Did you know that when you pay property taxes, the money is used to fund government services? The government receives revenues by taxing the proceeds of investments and certain incomes. Such taxes fund the jobs of government employees and also help in infrastructure development. These taxes can be a burden on many homeowners. Fortunately, homestead […]

According to Forbes, homeowners spend an average of $1,200 per month (or between 1-4% of their home’s value) to keep their homes in good condition. They do so to guarantee the safety and comfort of their families and preserve the investment value of their homes.  For the homeowners wondering how to maintain the value of […]

Every year, American homeowners spend more than $400 billion on home renovations. The average home remodel project costs between $3,000 and $25,000, depending on the scale of the renovations. Large-scale and whole-home renovations can go as high as $150,000 from beginning to end. But what are the best home improvements that will increase your home […]

Buying a home is a big investment. For those purchasing their first home, budgeting can be a challenge if you don’t know what to expect. Choosing a house that you can afford is very important since it will affect your long-term financial health. But, how do you budget for a home? Here, we’ll look at […]

Owning property is the ultimate goal for many of us. However, aspiring homeowners don’t always realize that one cost, property taxes on their home, can go up or down every year. Actions homeowners take such as home improvement to increase the value of the home, can result in a bigger property tax bill.  Below, we […]