Author Profiles

Don’t rouse the IRS or pay more taxes than necessary — know the score on each home tax deduction and credit. Read More

Does your community need a professional HOA manager or can volunteers handle the load? Read More

Foreclosure counselors can make the difference between losing your home and keeping it. Here’s how they work and how to choose one. Read More

With a few conscious choices, your merry Christmas can also be an eco-friendly Christmas. Read More

LED holiday lights vs. old-fashioned bulbs: 6 tips to help you decide which is right for you. Read More

How do real Christmas trees and fake Christmas trees stack up when it comes to the environment and cost? We’ve got the dirt. Read More

Mortgage life insurance pays off your mortgage when you die. This—the payoff, not dying—sounds good, but it has major drawbacks, which can outweigh the benefits. Read the fine print before taking out your checkbook. Read More

Know which experts provide foreclosure help—often at no cost to you—and how to find them. Read More

If you’re renting out your home, it might not be covered by home owners insurance, so look into landlord insurance instead. Read More

When your homeowners association has more to do than its volunteers can handle, it’s time to call in a professional manager. Here are 10 tips for picking the right one. Read More

Routine maintenance will help your garage retain its value and keep it trouble-free for decades. Read More

Creating a newsletter with all the neighborhood news informs home owners and helps them become part of the family. Read More

Keep your condo/HOA neighbors in the know with a listserv or online group, but watch out for the downsides. Read More

Smart planning makes launching an online site for your condo/HOA community easier than you think. Read More

Make friends and influence your property values by creating neighborhood holiday traditions that build community spirit. Read More

Paying for more homeowners insurance than you need is a waste of money, but it can prove even more costly to get caught without enough coverage. Read More

An annual check-up on your homeowners insurance can result in a healthier policy and a healthier pocketbook. Read More

The answer to that question will go a long way toward determining whether your homeowners insurance will ultimately cost you more or even get canceled. Read More