For decades, houses in the United States got bigger and bigger, even as the size of the average U.S. household shrunk smaller and smaller. DataTrek, a business research firm, reported that the average household size in America has gone down each year since 1960, from 3.3 people to just 2.5 last year. Meanwhile, houses were […]
House Hunting: 10 Things Not to Expect from Your Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home
5 Reasons to Live in the Countryside
If you’re house-hunting, consider a home in the countryside. There are many advantages to a rural residence, provided you have easy access to shops and culture, too. Consider these five plus-points with the long-term future in mind. Peace and space Rolling, open landscape offers space to move and think, promoting physical and mental health for you […]
Should You Purchase a Rehabbed Home?
When potential buyers are looking for a home, there are two main categories of homes: turn-key and fixer-upper. A turn-key home means you can unlock the door and move right in with no work needed. And a fixer-upper is a home that needs some work, which is appealing to some because the purchase price is […]