By Daniel Bortz | Source: Realtor.com Selling a home might not seem like rocket science, but rest assured, there’s a lot to consider—and a lot of money on the line. As such, home sellers can really sabotage their own efforts in so many ways. Curious about what could go wrong? Check out these six classic ways home sellers bungle their prospects so you don’t […]

By Celeste Perron | Source: Realtor.com What is a passive house? It’s a home designed to require minimal heating or cooling, making it an eco-friendly and economical choice for home buyers. While passive houses might not sound all that exciting, they’re stirring up plenty of buzz within real estate circles—and that could mean you’ll see a lot more of them in the near future. So […]

By Julie Sprankles | Source: Apartment Therapy If you’re in the market for a house, first of all, congrats! Buying a home is one of the most rewarding — albeit at times exasperating — things you’ll do in your life. By the time you’re ready to buy, you likely have a sufficient grasp on the […]

Photo Via Tesla As battery costs drop, sustainable residential and commercial power becomes a much better deal By Patrick Sisson | Source: Curbed As the cost of solar and wind power continues to drop, sustainable energy is in the middle of a growth spurt. And one of the technologies that may fuel the next phase of sustainable power for homes, […]

By Daniel Bortz | Source: realtor.com Getting a mortgage is, by general consensus, the most treacherous part of buying a home. In a recent survey, 42% of home buyers said they found the mortgage experience “stressful,” and 32% found it “complicated.” Even lenders agree that it’s often a struggle. “A lot can go wrong,” says Staci Titsworth, regional manager at PNC […]