Monthly Archives: March 2023
‘I Need 20% Down’ and Other Home-Buying Myths About Mortgages
Tips for shopping around for a mortgage — even if you think you don’t qualify. By: houselogic Think you’re not ready to unlock home ownership yet? That the financial hurdles are too high? You may be short-changing yourself. Many of the things renters believe about home-buying are myths. Here’s the real deal. Myth: I Have to Put... Read More
How To Budget For A Remodel
To calculate how much remodel you can afford, follow these four steps: Ballpark the cost, establish a spending limit, get quotes from contractors, and set your priorities. When it comes to home improvements, knowing what you want is the easy part. The tougher question is figuring out how much you can afford. Follow this four-step... Read More
Understanding Your Septic System
Learn about your septic system so you can prolong its life and avoid costly breakdowns. By: houselogic If you’re installing a septic system—or living with one—it pays to learn the basics of how it works. This will help you take simple steps to prolong its life, understand what you should do if something goes wrong, and evaluate... Read More
8 Spring Lawn Care Tasks You Need to Do Now
How to prepare your yard for spring so you can enjoy it more and work on it less. By: houselogic Temps might still be a long way from shorts and T-shirts, but if your soil is warming up, it’s time to tackle your spring lawn care tasks. Especially if you want a gorgeous yard with the least... Read More