By Lizzie Weakley
Roofing is not something most people consider when choosing their interior design. Depending on location, some consider the kind of roof they want for temperature variances; for instance, people living in coastal areas may opt for wood shakes.
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Homeowners should be aware that different...
It’s spooky season again! To celebrate, we’re taking a look at some of the most infamous real-life homes that went on to inspire popular Hollywood horror films. From the Amityville Horror house to the Old Arnold Estate in Rhode Island that inspired the first Conjuring film, these properties pique public interest, but very often fetch sale prices that are well...
The real estate industry is a dangerous one. Even for agents who feel capable, even in areas that seem safe, there is always the possibility of a life-or-death situation arising during the many long hours agents spend alone, often in unfamiliar neighborhoods. Enter Tracey Hawkins, a former real estate agent who now shows other real estate professionals how to keep...
By Meghan Belnap Alternative housing complexes are becoming a lot more common due to their practicality, affordability and sustainability. It’s possible you’ve seen these repurposed buildings around your city without even realizing it, and for good reason...housing alone has become high-demand and expensive in many areas around the world. At the same time, buildings...
It's that time of year again! To celebrate Halloween, we want to reward our loyal readers with the chance to win a $100 Visa gift card! Every day, over the next 10 days, you can enter to win. Simply like us on Facebook and share a photo of the Halloween decorations you put around your home on the RISMedia or Housecall Facebook pages to be entered to win! We’ll...
By Lizzie Weakley If you want to buy a house in today’s competitive market, it only makes sense to do your due diligence. There are so many moving parts that come into play when buying and selling real estate, that understanding all the tenets of each step is essential. Related: 5 Property Investments You Should Consider A successful real estate team or brokerage...
By Meghan Belnap
Over the past year, more and more Americans have begun to expand their horizons when it comes to their careers and families. That horizon will often expand beyond their state's borders and into another state. Moving is stressful enough, but moving out of state can be a nightmare.
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By Kara Masterson It's always an adventure when you're ready to go house hunting. It’s even more exciting when you are ready to venture out in search of your first home. Whether you're moving out of your parent's house or you have been renting a place and are ready to finally own your own place, you're taking a big step in life. Take some helpful tips about buying...
Mike Tyson's and 50 Cent's former Connecticut home. Credit: Douglas Elliman The lifestyles of the rich and the famous can be tumultuous and drama-filled. There are often many highs and lows in the lives of your favorite athletes and celebrities; and that includes highs and lows financially. One day they’re purchasing a $20 million beachfront property, the next...
Having a good credit score is something that will help throughout your adult life. Unfortunately, many people don’t understand how credit works, and this could be causing you more problems than you realize. Below, we'll look at the top 10 things you need to understand about credit scores to help you better manage your finances: 1. Credit Reports Are Different Than...
