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Getting Ready To Buy A House Checklist: Top 8 Considerations

Are you trying to answer the question, “Am I ready to buy a house?” Buying a house is an important milestone with its fair share of challenges and rewards. Determining the right time to make such a significant investment requires careful consideration. Although there isn’t a definitive answer, several factors can help you gauge your […]

Exploring the Advantages of Adjustable Rate Mortgages: Flexibility and Financial Benefits

First, let’s answer the question, “What are Adjustable-Rate Mortgages?”. An ARM is an alternative option to the traditional fixed-rate mortgage. Unlike fixed-rate mortgages, they provide borrowers with the flexibility of a fixed interest rate for a specific number of years, after which the rate and monthly payment can fluctuate. ARM loans are commonly structured in […]

Water Damage in Your Brooklyn Apartment or Home: Essential Steps for Recovery

Water damage in your apartment can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Brooklyn residents, in particular, are no strangers to the challenges posed by flooding and water damage. As climate change intensifies storms and increases the frequency, water-related issues have become more prevalent. Whether it’s a burst pipe, a leaking roof, or another cause, dealing […]

Considering Renting vs. Owning: Exploring the Advantages and Financial Considerations

For many Americans, the decision between renting vs. owning a home may seem daunting, with doubts about their ability to cover the costs. However, it’s important to note that renting vs. owning each has advantages. Before you make a decision, take a moment to consider the following points. Advantages of Renting Renting a house or […]

Worried About Renewing Your Lease? Here’s what you should do.

Thinking that your landlord is not renewing your lease because you haven’t heard from him and what should you do about it? Don’t worry. The best action to take may be to do nothing.  UHH…what? That is right – do nothing. Legally your landlord is required to send you a letter for lease renewal or […]

Spring Cleaning Tips For Homeowners

Spring has sprung, and you know what that means…spring cleaning! It’s time to open those windows, let the fresh air in, and clean out the grime your home collected during winter. It’s a new season, and what better way to start fresh than giving your home a good old cleaning! Keep reading below for a […]

How To Find Furniture For An Apartment On A Budget

Did you find the perfect apartment in Brooklyn but realize you didn’t save to furnish your new place? That is not a problem. There are many ways to furnish your apartment, especially in Brooklyn, NY.  Below are ways you can find furniture for an apartment on a budget.  (PS Tina Fallon guest wrote a blog […]

Did New Construction In Brooklyn Move in Next Door? Here is how to handle it.

Construction can be noisy and overall irritating, especially when you’re living right next to it. This is the case for most Brooklynites and New York City residents. On the bright side, there are actions you can take to block out the construction and keep your discomfort at a minimum during this time.  Collect All The […]

5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health at Home

May is Mental Health Awareness month, meaning it’s a great time to make your mental health a priority (it always should be but, you know, life). One of the biggest factors affecting your mental health is your living space – without a comfortable and safe place to hang your hat, it’s tough to maintain a […]

5 Tips for Growing Your Own Balcony Garden

Living in Brooklyn, it’s considered a miracle if you get any shared outdoor space or a communal rooftop. It’s even more rare to have a private balcony or terrace, which means if you have one of those, it would be a sin not to take advantage of it. And no, fire escapes don’t count since […]