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Planning a home renovation? Consider the pros and cons of hiring a project manager to handle the details.

Should you hire a project manager for your home reno or do it yourself? Decide between organizing your renovation yourself or calling in a pro with our guide

There can be major benefits to hiring an experienced professional for these four types of home improvements.

Which projects require a pro? Doing repairs or updates yourself can be unsafe -- and more costly in the long run.

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You could wait for mortgage rates to fall slightly before you buy a home, but buying sooner means building equity. Learn more about interest rates with this article.

When will mortgage rates go down? A look at 2024 and 2025. Mortgage rates are not going down right now, but expert rate predictions say they will end 2024 between 6.4% and 6.5%. Learn when mortgage rates will go down.

Would you prefer a walk-in shower to a traditional bathtub? Here's a rundown of how much you can expect to spend on the project.

Thinking of Converting a Bathtub to a Shower? Here's How Much It Will Cost You A shower takes up less space and is more convenient than a tub. Here's how much it costs to convert a tub to a shower, improving function and accessibility.

As a homeowner, you may want to consult a lawyer before building or painting a fence, because the laws around fencing and property lines vary locally.

Who actually owns my fence? Advice from a real estate attorney on how to get clued up on the law It's not always clear who owns a fence dividing two yards. We offer advice on how to find out

While these things may be harmless, they may also be attempting to hide something about the property. That's why it's important to get a home inspection.

I’m a Home Staging Expert: Watch Out for These 5 Staging Red Flags When You’re Buying a Home Almost every home buyer has experienced this: You walk into a new space and take in a beautifully staged environment, getting you thinking about what it would be like to live there. Beholding how...

If you're interested in selling a home you inherited, the process will likely be different than a typical home sale.

A Guide to Selling an Inherited Property Here's what you'll have to consider.

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How do you feel about kitchen islands?

This ’90s Kitchen Feature Is Getting a Major Makeover The makeover is all about functionality.

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Each home sale is different, but here are some common reasons a house might sit on the market longer than expected. Reach out if you have questions.

Seven Reasons Your House Is Still on the Market You stuck a for-sale sign in the front yard but the offers aren’t rolling in. Here’s why.

These renovations could have two benefits: higher return on investment and better designs for aging in place.

Top 7 home renovations that can increase your property's value — and quality of life as you age See 7 remodeling projects that can enhance your home's value — and improve quality of life as you age — with average costs and ROI.

Making repairs and updates can be costly, but there are ways to cover the costs while minimizing interest payments and debt.

Paying for Home Improvements Could you use one of these three methods?

Whether or not you have central air conditioning, most of these practices can keep your space cooler (and your energy bills lower).

How to cool down a house without AC — 8 techniques to try this summer Experts explain how to cool down a house without AC with these clever tips and tricks

Are you a retiree with a low interest rate on your mortgage? Is maintenance getting overwhelming? Read this for options beyond staying in your current home.

Retired and 'Stuck' With a Mortgage Below 4%? You Have Options You may feel like a mortgage prisoner, but your options may be more doable than you think.

Come check out our Open House on Sunday from 12:00-2:00. It’s a beautiful property located in the quiet and sought after Steubing Ranch subdivision.

Even once the excitement of a new house wears off, you should document how your property looks -- both inside and out.

Are you regularly taking photos of your home? Here's why you should.

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Native plants are low maintenance and good for the environment -- plus, they can add visual appeal to your property.

12 Reasons to Plant Native Instead of Non-Native Plants Choosing native plants for the garden protects the planet, helps wildlife, and lessens outdoor chores without sacrificing curb appeal.

Homeowners reached a new record high in home equity in the first quarter of this year.

As Home Values Soar, Americans Are Sitting on Record High Home Equity On average, today's homeowners could tap into about $206,000 per mortgage.

If you're looking for new accents or furniture, you may find what you need at a secondhand store. This guide has some pro tips so you don't get overwhelmed.

How to Thrift Shop Like an Interior Designer If you're wondering how to start thrifting—or improve how you do it now—you've come to the right place. We talked to designers for their best tips for shopping secondhand

Check out interior design trends from the 1950s through the 2000s. You may discover a vision for your home's decor.

Retro Style Ideas You can mix and match your favorite elements.

Get to know what an escrow account is used for during the mortgage process.

Explaining escrow Escrow is a financial instrument where a third party holds money or property on behalf of other parties engaged in a financial transaction. When that financial transaction is getting a mortgage to buy a house, you’ll probably hear about escrow 2 times during the process: first when you put down ea...

Working within a tight space isn't easy -- but these seven tips could help you make the most of a small bedroom space.

7 narrow bedroom ideas that will take your space from cramped to cozy Designers share the narrow bedroom ideas they use to creatively design

These government loans can be a great choice for some homebuyers. Here's what you should know.

What Is a USDA loan? USDA loans can give consumers a no-down-payment way to finance their home purchase.

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Bornemann Properties, LLC
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For Sale in San Antonio $5,000 IN BUYER CLOSING COSTS!! This very beautiful 3-bed 2-bath 2-car garage home is incredibly bright and was just completely remodeled. It's 100% turnkey and ready for you and your family to move in! The open concept of the kitchen, dining room and large living room provides quite an abundant spa

Are you looking for a budgeting strategy that allows you to make the most of your earnings? This may be a good option.

The New 60/30/10 Budgeting Method In today’s inflated economy, the 60/30/10 budgeting method could be a better option for your financial situation than the traditional 50/30/20 rule.

Paying off your mortgage early seems like an easy decision, but there are several factors you should consider.

Should you prepay your mortgage? Here are some pros and cons.

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