Naples Florida Living & Lifestyles

Pro Tip: Take small steps throughout the week.

Small Ways You Can Declutter Every Day Do you look around your living space at the end of the busy work week and think, “What happene...

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Thinking of a window upgrade? Keep these tips in mind before you open your wallet.

The Case for Double-Paned Windows Energy loss attributed to windows accounts for nearly 25 percent of the annual heating and cooling c...

Here are some laws and programs designed to make homeownership more possible for the disabled.

Loan Assistance Options for Disabled Homebuyers With about 56.7 million people living with a disability in the United States, according to Census Bu...

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?

Is it your first time buying a home? You may be able to get some financial help.

Financial Help for First-Time Homebuyers Many people dream of owning a home, but it can be difficult to save enough money for a down payment ...

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

You'll want to get home insurance before disaster strikes. Just don't fall for these 5 myths that could lead to higher costs down the line.

5 Home Insurance Myths That Could Cost You Whether you’ve owned a home for years or are buying your first home, purchasing insurance can be con...

Are you claiming your fair share of homeowner tax deductions? These tips may help you maximize savings.

Money-Saving Tax Tips for Homeowners New buyers can get overwhelmed by the additional expenses incurred during homeownership. Besides mak...

Considering a switch from your financial institution? Here's what you need to know about banks and credit unions.

Credit Union vs. Bank: Know the Difference Interest rates remain low, though that’s no reason to stow your money under your mattress. Hiding yo...

Buying a home can be expensive. Don't forget to budget for these during your home search.

The Hidden Costs of Owning a Home Financially, there’s more to buying a home than the purchase price—sometimes much more. After the do...

Even if you can't afford a home security system, you can protect your home and family with some quick, easy fixes.

Boosting Your Home Security On the Cheap Even if you can’t afford a home security system, you can protect your home and family with some quic...

Ever heard of the terms soft or hard pull when it comes to credit? Here's what they mean.

How Varying Levels of Credit Inquiries Can Affect Your Credit Score Shopping for a home loan? It’s best to do it within 30 days of a credit pull so your score doe...

Heard of an HOA? It's something that may come up in your home search.

HOAs and How They Can Impact Your Purchase There are a multitude of things house hunters need to consider before choosing a home, such as price...

Did you know about these triggers? Clear them out with these tips.

10 Air Quality Control Tips for Home and Health Air quality has a direct impact on our health, both in and outside of our homes. While much is being...

The rules are a little different if you're self-employed.

Obtaining a Mortgage When Self-Employed Obtaining a mortgage is a little different when you’re self-employed. Reporting your income as...

You may be competing with multiple offers. Come in strong with these tips.

4 Steps to Win a Bidding War From a buyer’s standpoint, getting into a bidding war for a house they want is never fun. They...

Some costs buyers should know about before they find the tiny house of their dreams.

Big Issues to Consider Before Buying a Tiny Home Owning a tiny home can leave you debt-free, but it can still have some big costs. Buying a tiny home...

A loan for a tiny home can be difficult to get, but it's not impossible. What type of tiny home would you go for?

Financing Your Tiny Home Loan Tiny homes don’t cost much, but they can require a tiny mortgage. Unless you have $30,000 in cash to...

Take a look at these four options

Options You May Not Know About When Shopping for a Mortgage Shopping for a mortgage can be overwhelming. Even if you’ve owned a few homes and have had a few hom...

Downsizing has its benefits, but it's important to carefully consider the decision.

Pros and Cons of Downsizing If you’re overwhelmed by the cost of your mortgage or the amount of time you spend cleaning an...

Is a mortgage refi right for you? Here's what you should know.

How to Prepare for a Home Loan Refi Just as you want to put your best financial foot forward when applying for a mortgage to buy your fi...

If it's time to replace your home's siding, check out these popular choices.

Which Type of Siding Is Right for Your House? Siding is a critical component of a home that protects it from extreme temperatures, rain, snow and ...

Extending the lifespan of household items can save you a lot of money in the long run. Here are some tips!

5 Tips for Making Household Items Last Longer Buying a home is expensive enough. Filling it up with things you need adds to the cost, and spending...

Give your home a chic update by turning your favorite books into accents, centerpieces, and more.

5 Tips for Decorating With Books Are you a bookworm? Do you want to give your home a chic update using what you already own? Perfect....

How do you build equity in your home? Read on...

The Importance of Home Equity If you’ve owned a home for several years and made responsible financial decisions, you may hav...

These are great year-round fireplace maintenance tips.

Make the Most of Your Fireplace One feature that many people look for when buying a home is a fireplace, but not everyone understand...