“Home maintenance”

The Complete Costs of Buying and Selling a Home

There are lots of hidden costs that can add up along your buying and selling journey, making it easy to underestimate expenses. Our comprehensive guide is here to help.

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Home financing 101

How to Run a Health Check on Your Budget

It's recommended to spend 30% of your income on home costs. That leaves 70% for everything else. So how is the rest of your money working for you?

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7 min read

Home financing 101

Creative Ways Homeowners Can Cut Down on Utility and Service Costs

Whether it’s by shopping around, negotiating with providers, or reducing your utility usage, there are more than a few practical ways to save on home-related costs.

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5 min read

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Market insights

What a Potential Labor Crisis Could Mean for Homeowners

In a world where we're short on skilled plumbers, electricians, and construction workers. we can anticipate higher costs and longer wait times for home repairs and renovations. Can we get ahead of it?

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4 min read

Homeowner tips

Your September Home Maintenance To-do List

Cooler weather is just around the corner, making September the perfect time to get your home ready for a damp, colder climate.

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8 min read

Homeowner tips

9 Tips to Streamline Homeownership and Minimize Stress

68% of homeowners are overwhelmed and stressed about maintaining their homes. What if there were some resources that could make it all feel a little less overwhelming?

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7 min read

Homeowner tips

Top 6 Avoidable Home Maintenance Mistakes, According to Home Inspectors

As homes age, the likelihood of problems naturally increases. However, there are more than a few ways to lessen the chances of major issues through some fairly simple ongoing tasks.

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7 min read

Financial goals

7 Brilliant Home Staging Tips from Staging Experts

These home staging professionals have the expert advice you're looking for to sell your home for top dollar.

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7 min read

Homeowner tips

Hometap Tip: Flush and Close Outdoor Faucets

A burst pipe can result in thousands of dollars of repairs in your home. Avoid damage this winter by turning off the pipes connect

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2 min read

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