At Home In The Poconos
From the annoyance of a clogged drain to the nightmare of a flooded basement, plumbing problems can wreak a wide variety of havoc on a homeowner’s life.
If you’re looking to lower the interest rate on your existing loan, you may be thinking of refinancing your mortgage. And if you currently have an adjustable-rate mortgage, you may be considering switching gears entirely and taking advantage of a fixed-rate mortgage.
While an adjustable-rate mortgage typically has a low interest rate for the first several years, the interest rate will periodically adjust based on market conditions after that time period has elapsed. This can cause mortgage paym...
Anyone who wants to sell their home should get their mind in the gutter because if a house’s gutter system isn’t working properly, it can lead to many problems.
Gutters serve an extremely important purpose—directing water away from your house. Without gutters, rainwater can damage roofs, enter homes, flood basements, destroy gardens and even damage the house’s foundation.
Savvy homebuyers will know if there are issues with your gutters if, for example, they see water pooled near your home. Taki...
Before putting your house on the market, you want to do everything you possibly can to help it sell fast. That usually means completing necessary fixes, making some updates, improving curb appeal and, of course, hiring a real estate agent. However, you should also prepare to make your house accessible to all potential buyers, not just through showings, but with information.
Every homebuyer wants to know specific aspects of houses they’re considering purchasing—information that may seem prematur...
You’ll drive over your home’s driveway nearly every day, as will other family members, guests and delivery trucks. If your driveway needs to be repaved, you should choose a material carefully. The size of your driveway is important, since material costs vary widely and a long driveway could be expensive to pave. You should also consider how various materials would stand up to the weather where you live and how much maintenance would be required.
AsphaltAsphalt is one of the most popular choices...
Still have that reindeer decoration on the roof? It’s time to get organized and change up how you tidy up for the season ahead. Use these tips to get your home ready for summer!
Clean windows and screens
Pesky allergens can easily get caught in your window screen. Before opening up your window to let the sunshine in, make sure you clean everything in advance so that the allergens don’t make it inside your home.
Adjust to a knew maintenance schedule
It’s time to cut the grass, weed the g...
As the weather warms up and you shift from indoor cocktail parties to outdoor BBQ’s, tidying up your space outside becomes a top priority. Whether you’re looking to make just a few adjustments or are in need of a major turnaround, use these tips to get your outdoor space in order this spring.
Re-touch the deck
Over the course of a harsh winter, your deck is naturally going to get a few nicks and bruises. Though it may seem hardly noticeable from day to day, the gradual wear and tear has like...
