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Real Estate. Buying, selling, investing. It all can get so confusing and overwhelming at times. Here’s an easy guide to get you going on the right path. KEY TAKEAWAYS Aspiring real estate owners can buy a property using leverage, paying a portion of its total cost up front, then paying off the balance over time.Read more

The big push toward wall-to-wall carpeting was a homeowner trend that took off in the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. New technologies in color and fabric options made hues and textures more exciting.  If you are of a certain age, surely you remember lounging around on a shag rug in front of the TV (with noRead more

I am always amused by the responses I receive from real estate investors when I ask them when they last inspected their properties. It’s obvious from their contorted facial expressions that they most likely have never “formally” inspected their properties. While performing “safe and clean inspections” during a tenancy is important, ensuring that “move-in” andRead more

Calling all creative geniuses (and not so creative geniuses). We are having a t-shirt design competition and we need your help! Boardwalk is in need of a new t-shirt design and we want your ideas. What You Can Win! The winner of the contest will win a $100 giftcard and also win two free movieRead more

If there’s any doubt about the condition of your house, double down and pay for a professional opinion. It’s easy to grow attached to your home and overlook some of the wear and tear. But while those familiar flaws may feel like home to you, they might not be to potential buyers. After all, ifRead more

When a homeowner decides to sell their house, they obviously want the best possible price for it with the least amount of hassles along the way. However, for the vast majority of sellers, the most important result is actually getting their homes sold. In order to accomplish all three goals, a seller should realize the importance ofRead more

With tiny homes and personal decluttering trends taking the world by storm, many people are learning to do more with less. Do you have a small space in your home that you’re unsure what to do with? Or is your cramped apartment forcing you to be creative in your living arrangements? You’re not alone. MakeRead more

If you’ve been yearning for the return of the conversation pit, you’re not alone. Some home decor looks are just too good to let go. The boldly colored kitchen cabinets of the ’50s are taking on a sophisticated modern look. The late ’80s country kitchen look is enjoying new life — minus the gingham frills andRead more

Does your current house fit your needs? Does it seem like everyone else is moving up and moving on to more luxurious surroundings? Are you wondering what it would take to start living your dream life? Market conditions around the country have presented an opportunity like no other for those who are looking to makeRead more

It’s your money. Why not try to keep as much of it as you can?  Where does 6% of your home sale go? A lot of different places … Working with a real estate agent is par for the course when buying or selling a home, so it’s good to know how they get paidRead more