Eileen Reuben's Blog

Posted on 02/21/2021

Image by Karolina Grabowska from Pixabay To keep clutter at bay, it is important to make sure everything has its own place and returns there after every use. In small homes, this could prove quite challenging, however, as there are only so many places to put things. Unless, that is, you alter your house to include additional storage...

Storage

Small Space

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Posted on 02/14/2021

Fresh to the Neighborhood: Dealing with Your Neighbors

Photo by Ricarda Mölck via Pixabay Moving to a new neighborhood brings with it, well, the new neighbors. Although you may be an exceptionally private person — others, by nature, are naturally curious. They want to know who’s moved in next door. This is particularly true when your house is just a few feet or a few inches...

Community

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Posted on 02/07/2021

Looking for a Small Town Life?

Photo by Christian Heitz via Pexels Sometimes, small town life is just what you crave. If you’re considering a move and want a community with that feel, there are several in the East Coast that deliver it beautifully. From New York to Pennsylvania, here are some of the top small towns that you need to see for yourself....

Travel

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Posted on 01/31/2021

DIY Ways to Bring Better Water Efficiency to Your Bathroom

Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay Water efficiency is good for both the environment and your wallet. Changing habits, such as turning off the tap while brushing your teeth saves about 3,000 gallons a year. This is great, but if you want to take it a step further to conserve water, here are four DIY ways to bring better...

Water Conservation

Efficiency

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Posted on 01/24/2021

Common Types of Mortgages and Their Benefits

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay Most homebuyers take out a mortgage when they purchase a house, and there are several different types of mortgages to choose from. Here are some of the more common mortgage options and the benefits of each one. Conventional 30-Year Fixed Mortgages Perhaps the standard starting point for a mortgage is the conventional...

Loans

Home Loan

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Posted on 01/17/2021

5 Organization Tools for Buyers and Sellers

Image by edar from Pixabay In today's virtual world, the vast majority of people are using apps and software to stay organized and keep their goals moving forward, including selling or buying a home. Fortunately, there are a ton of great tools available to help you stay on top of your real estate transactions. Here's a quick look...

Buyer

Seller

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Posted on 01/10/2021

5 Easy to Prepare Dinners

Image by stina_magnus from Pixabay If you're looking for a few meal ideas that will cut down on prep time, look no further. In this post, we’ll feature 5 delicious dinner ideas that won't keep you in the kitchen for hours. Shepards Pie This easy dinner is a fan-favorite! You'll enjoy a delicious meal that also makes great...

Cooking

Dinner

Posted on 01/03/2021

Selling: Previous Flooding

Photo by F. Muhammad via Pixabay Each year, flooding causes more than eight billion dollars in damages to homes in the United States. Despite that, many affected homeowners go on to sell their houses so that they can relocate. When your home has damage from a tropical storm, heavy rains, or rising water from a hurricane, here are...

Storm

Flooding

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Posted on 12/27/2020

Financing Options for Property Purchases

Image by Credit Commerce from Pixabay Finding financing for a home could be as simple as applying for a conforming FHA loan or it could be as difficult as having to locate a portfolio loan or even a combo loan. What you need depends on the real estate you are buying. Most people buying a primary residence get...

Financing

Loan

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Posted on 12/20/2020

Factors to Consider Before You Buy a Second Home

The decision to purchase a second home may be one of the biggest choices you will make in your lifetime. As such, it is important to consider all of the factors associated with a house purchase before you embark on a quest to acquire a second residence. Now, let's take a look at three key factors to evaluate as...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 12/13/2020

Are Buyers Reluctant to View Your Residence?

If you list your home and fail to stir up interest in it, there is no reason to panic. In fact, there are many quick, easy ways to ensure your house consistently garners homebuyers' attention. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you showcase your home to dozens of prospective buyers. 1. Bolster Your House's Curb...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 12/06/2020

How to Sell Before You Buy

Photo by Paul Brennan via Pixabay If you’ve been renting and preparing to buy a new home, you’ve probably saved up your down payment and are in the process of getting pre-approved for your mortgage loan. If, on the other hand, you’ve been living in a home you own and paying on your mortgage, you may be ready...

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