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According to RealyTrac, house flippers in the U.S. bought homes, on average, 8% lower than the estimated value of the house, and re-sold for approximately 6% above market value. Most house flippers make their money by buying a home at a significantly discounted price,...

With California experiencing the worst drought in hundreds of years, water conservation is becoming a hot topic across the United States. A few simple ways you can reduce the amount of water used in your household are: Water your outdoor plants and grass between the...

According to a new report from Sentier Research, the median household income has increased over the last three years, jumping to 3.8% in June, and averaging $53,891. Although median income has increased, it is still considered to be 3.1% below the mid-2009 high of...

Painting the interior of your home is a big job, but if you know what you're doing, you can save hundreds by not hiring a professional painter. A few ways you can get a professional look without spending a significant amount of money are: Remove everything out of the...

While the charm and character of an aged house can be very appealing, there are a few things to look for when considering buying an older home. Termites- a home inspection can usually rule out if the home has termites or not, but older homes are more likely to have...

According to recent data, home prices grew 0.8% in June from the previous month and increased 5.5% from June 2013. Data shows that half of the 40 largest metropolitan cities have reported positive monthly improvement. Miami and San Francisco specifically have...

Wood fences are the perfect way to create a safe place for your children or animals to play, or even just allow more privacy to your backyard. While fences are an added perk to any home, they need to be regularly maintained  in order to keep them looking good and...

Mortgage delinquencies have fallen for the 10th consecutive quarter in the U.S., decreasing approximately 20% in just the last year. According to a recent report from TransUnion, millennials are helping to keep the delinquency rate down. Millennials have the lowest...

Fixing small problems today in your home can end up saving you thousands of dollars in the future. Experts have given tips to help save money and avoid major catastrophe by addressing small tasks when problems arise. If your electricity bill is much higher than it...

According to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo's Housing Market Index, this month's builder confidence for new single-family homes jumped two points, averaging 55, the highest level seen since the beginning of the year. August is the third...