Look Out for Foggy or Nonfunctioning Windows
Foggy windows can be a big problem, so keep your eyes open when home buying.
Foggy windows are easy to spot, but they can be a big problem. Look for condensation and water in between double-paned windows. That's a sign the seals around the window's edges aren't working and water vapor is seeping in.
Make sure the windows are functional -- yes, all of them. Newer, inexpensive windows often stop working even after light use, while older windows could be painted or warped shut. You'll kick yourself later if you buy a home with faulty windows just because you didn't use a little muscle.
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Saving Money While Paying for a Home
You may be financially "exhausted" from saving for your home purchase, but now's actually a great time to keep saving.
Sell the Benefits of Your Smaller Home
Impress buyers with money-saving and eco-friendly features.
Sellers: What to Do When You Can't Find a Home Before Yours Sells
Did you sell your home so quickly you're worried you can't find a new home in time? See how one woman solved the problem.
Scheduling Your Relocation
If you can postpone your move, you could save some major cash.
What Buyers Should Look for When Downsizing
Use these pointers to make a smooth transition into a smaller space.
Real Estate Survival Guide: Buyer's Checklist
Refer to this 10-step checklist to get you through the homebuying process.
Provide Easy Access For Showings
Opening up beyond the open house.
Pricing Your Home to Sell
Follow these tips for pricing your home correctly in a competitive market.
How to Recession-Proof Your Home Purchase
First-time homebuyers, word to the wise: Look for attributes that add value to your new home to help combat falling prices. Here, basic guidelines to follow.
Protecting Your Home & Finances in Tough Times
4 steps to take to weather a recession.
