by HomeGauge | Oct 4, 2017 | Buyer, Seller
When deciding how to go about the process of selling their homes, homeowners should carefully consider the pros and cons of hiring a real estate agent. While most sellers opt to hire an agent to assist them with the sale, a minority of them choose to sell it...
by HomeGauge | Oct 4, 2017 | Buyer, Seller
While the terms “modular home” and “manufactured home” refer to two very different things, they are sometimes used interchangeably. Perhaps some of this confusion stems from the fact that modular homes are, in fact, manufactured (“manufactured” might be an unfortunate...
by HomeGauge | Oct 4, 2017 | Buyer
Speed up your home sale by preparing your home ahead of time using the following tips. Your home inspection will go smoother, with fewer concerns to delay closing. Confirm that that the water, electrical and gas services are turned on (including pilot lights). Make...
by HomeGauge | Oct 4, 2017 | Buyer, Energy Efficiency, Seller
With all the attention being given to green building over the past few years, home inspectors have been looking for a way to tap into this interest. A lot of people are wondering what’s included in a green home inspection. In order to answer that question, we...
by HomeGauge | Oct 4, 2017 | Buyer, Loans & Mortgages
A VA loan is a mortgage loan guaranteed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Like FHA loans, VA loans are backed by the federal government in order to protect lenders against default, an assurance that removes barriers to home buying...
by HomeGauge | Aug 30, 2016 | Buyer
A growing number of homeowners in the U.S. are downsizing to homes smaller than 1,000 square feet, and, in some cases, smaller than 100 square feet. This transition to smaller homes, known as the Small House Movement, is adhered to by people who believe American...
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