Diana Hellman's Blog

Posted on 04/07/2019

During a location search for a new home, you may have come across the term “live-work” in the descriptions of potential living spaces, even when those spaces differ widely from one another. While many buildings market themselves as live-work, the definition for just what that means can vary from building to building. Some examples of such buildings include:...

Work From Home

Posted on 03/31/2019

Providing Support After A Baby Comes

When a mother delivers a baby, it’s a joyous time for family and friends. The joy that overtakes everyone knowing that a new life has just entered the world. Everyone can become consumed with just the baby and not realize that the parents are need of a little TLC as well. There are some practical things to take...

Planning For Baby

Family

Posted on 03/24/2019

How Can You Capitalize on a Buyer's Market?

A buyer's market typically is a dream come true for those who want to find a high-quality and affordable house. In fact, there are many things you can do to capitalize on a buyer's market to ensure you can purchase a house that you'll be able to enjoy for years to come. Now, let's take a look at three...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

Posted on 03/18/2019

How Worth it is a Skylight?

In the gray days of winter, everyone can benefit from some additional sunlight. Take advantage of the well-documented medical and psychological benefits of sunshine and the vitamin D it generates. Sure, you can open your windows, but then you lose that privacy. You can split the difference with a skylight or a light tube that allows light to...

Home Upgrades

Lighting

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Posted on 03/12/2019

Best Practices for Pricing Your Home

Before you list your house, you'll need to establish a competitive price for it. That way, you can increase the likelihood of stirring up plenty of interest in your house as soon as it becomes available. Now, let's take a look at three best practices for pricing your home. 1. Evaluate the Real Estate Market The current real estate...

Selling Your Home

How To Set An Asking Price For Your Home

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Posted on 03/12/2019

The Best Places for Houseplants Around the Home

Houseplants are a great way to make your home feel more comfortable, colorful, and--in the winter--to bring a bit of living nature back into your life until spring arrives. There are houseplants that will thrive in just about any location of your home. Plus, you can find houseplants that are low-maintenance or ones that are a bit more rewarding...

Houseplants

Decorating

Posted on 03/11/2019

Do I Qualify for an FHA Loan?

FHA loans have long been a valuable resource for Americans who want to fulfill their goal of homeownership but who don’t have the benefit of a lengthy credit history and equity. If you’re hoping to buy a home in the near future but want to explore all of your options in terms of financing, this article is for you....

FHA Loans

Buying A Home

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Posted on 03/04/2019

How To Add Value To Your Home

If you want to increase the value of your home there are certain things that you can do to make sure that you get the most for your money when it comes to the sale of your property. One barrier to activities that increase the value of your home is that you only have so much time and money...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 03/04/2019

Reasons You Should Clean Your Clogged Gutters

Falling leaves are lovely in the fall but can fill your gutters quickly. Clogged gutters can pose a serious problem to your house. One reason for clogged gutters is a lack of maintenance after rains and over a long period. Regular maintenance of your gutter systems can prevent problems from accumulated debris. Clogged gutters can cause leakages that...

Cleaning Tips

Homeownership

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Posted on 02/24/2019

3 Questions to Consider About a Homebuying Budget

Buyer Tips

Budgeting

Posted on 02/17/2019

Essentials for Your Home Bar

Home Entertainment

Party Supplies

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