Archive for July, 2010

How can I find out what my credit score is?

When you start to consider buying and financing a home, you may not know right off-hand what your credit score is. If you’ve requested your free annual credit report for the first time, you may be surprised to find that your credit score (or FICO score) is not included in the free reports. For a [...]

12 tips for a DIY move

Making a do-it-yourself move to save money is a great idea – if you do it in a way that actually saves money and is not overly stressful. Here are some tips. Take stock First, estimate how much work it will be for you, and be honest about whether you’re up for it. Estimate your [...]

Pricing your home right the first time

Why didn’t your neighbor’s home sell? The home is in a good location with a corner lot and a large landscaped yard, plus it’s a newer home with all of the plush amenities a buyer could want like an open floor plan, spacious bedrooms, and high grade cabinets and appliances. So why wouldn’t at least [...]