Prepare now – Monday April 15th is just around the corner Now is the time to start putting together records and information for your 2012 tax returns which are due April 15, 2013. Here are some tax questions homeowners need to ask: What tax benefits did homeowners get in the recent ‘fiscal cliff’ budget agreement? …
AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION
Take two and call me in the morning, or… Doing routine home maintenance is the best way to avoid those really expensive repairs that can come when things aren’t looked after. Plus, when it comes time to sell, buyers will pay more for a well-maintained home. Here’s how to stay on top of the upkeep …
Go “Green” On Your Next Mortgage
A new home that is “Green” is not only great for the environment but can also save you money monthly. For environmentally-conscious homeowners wanting to minimize their footprint and their energy bills, there are four areas upon which to focus. In-Home Energy-Efficiency According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as of December 2012, buildings account for 68 percent of the nation’s total energy consumption. …
How To Make An Emergency Preparedness Kit For Your Home
Emergency Preparedness Kit For Your Home Some natural disasters can be forecast — hurricanes, snow storms and, in some cases, flooding. Other disasters occur unexpectedly, such as tornadoes and earthquakes. As a homeowner or renter in Nixa , it’s a safe idea to prepare for disaster or unexpected emergency. Every home should maintain a ready, …
The Greatest Benefit of Renovation is Increased Home Equity
Sweat Equity Home renovation usually is deemed to be more practical and certainly less expensive in the Greater Springfield Missouri markets than buying a brand new home. It is also generally looked at as an investment precisely because renovations make it easier and faster for people to sell their houses. In other words, it increases, …
