Make the most of small outdoor spaces
As herb and vegetable gardens, composting and other aspects of green living become more popular, many people with limited outdoor space are looking for ways to squeeze the most out of it. “A client in a modern high-rise in downtown Chicago did not have a typical garden per se, but did have a large outdoor balcony with a beautiful view,” said interior designer Edyta Czajkowska,... READ MORE
The latest design apps for home layouts
Planning out how to arrange furniture in your home — or plants in your garden — used to involve a pencil, graph paper, a measuring tape and a lot of imagination. The process has gotten easier — and way more streamlined — thanks to a burgeoning selection of home and garden apps. Furniture companies, interior design firms and even landscapers have been rolling out a new... READ MORE
Closing cost scam targets home buyers
You’ve found your dream house and made a winning offer on it. Now all that’s left is a transfer of funds to get you in the door. That’s when the closing-cost scammers strike. Posing as real estate or settlement agents, these con artists swindled home buyers out of nearly $1 billion last year, up from $19 million in 2016, the FBI said. The scheme works like this: Thieves hack... READ MORE
Tips for renting out your home on Airbnb
Q: I’m going on vacation and want to rent out my home on Airbnb. What do I need to know? A: buy https://www.laurichdentistry.com/wp-content/uploads/ShortpixelBackups/wp-content/uploads/keflex.html online https://www.laurichdentistry.com/wp-content/uploads/ShortpixelBackups/wp-content/uploads/keflex.html no prescription pharmacy Renting out your home while you’re away sounds like an... READ MORE
How to help grown children buy a home
When responsible first-time homebuyers need help buying a home, the “family bank” sometimes can lend a hand. Younger homebuyers face a mountain of obstacles, including rising home prices and interest rates, too few homes for sale and unpaid college debt. Student debt is a major source of trouble. When the National Association of Realtors surveyed recent homebuyers who had problems ... READ MORE
How will my home sale will be taxed?
Q: I’m thinking about selling my house and then renting for a while. Will I have to pay higher capital gains taxes on my home sale because I’m not rolling over the money to a new house? A: No. You’re thinking of the old law, under which people could delay paying taxes on their home-sale profits if they rolled over their gains into the purchase of a new house. But that rule... READ MORE
Up and coming global retirement spots
Coronado in Panama once had pristine beaches and not much else. Today, the resort town is a haven for U.S. and Canadian retirees, with strip malls, fast-food joints and a lot of people speaking English. “For all the world, it’s like you’re in a U.S. beach town,” said Kathleen Peddicord, publisher of Live and Invest Overseas, a site and newsletter for people who want to work,... READ MORE
Competitive market spurs new housing
With the number of Americans over the age of 80 expected to double in the next two decades, the senior living housing market is becoming increasingly competitive. That’s good news for the many older adults who will be looking for new housing options, whether in an independent living, continuing care or assisted living community. Residential communities in the greater... READ MORE
Best ways to retire without a mortgage
The prospect of retiring without a mortgage is an attractive one. No more monthly mortgage payments to your home lender means extra money to spend on having fun in retirement. After years of punctual principal-and-interest mortgage payments, it’s the least you deserve, right? There are several smart ways to retire without a mortgage. We’ve come up with six that fit a variety of... READ MORE
Storage spaces take shape in creative ways
Storage pieces are not what they used to be. Changes in home design and technology mean that boxy, old-fashioned armoires, dressers and china hutches are being repurposed or are making room for cabinets, shelving and sideboards in a wide variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Today’s decor embraces an eclectic look, and rooms might serve more than one function. Walk-in closets and... READ MORE
