Tip #5,193 If you are looking to buy your first home, search online for "first time home buyer" then the name of your state. Often there are special mortgages available with lower interest rates and/or fees. Home & Garden moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,344 The refreshing scent of a sliced cucumber makes rooms seem cleaner, fresher and appear larger. Before showing your home to prospective buyers, slice a cucumber. Home & Garden selling + moving + scent + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,162 Take room measurements before renting or buying a home. Rooms look much larger when unfurnished and you'll want to know whether your favorite furniture would fit or not. Home & Garden renting + moving + apartment + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,164 When contemplating moving to a new location, analysis the costs. Research housing prices, general cost of living, salary changes, and how the move will affect your behavior such as driving more or eating out less. Home & Garden renting + moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,214 Before purchasing a home, take a look at the breaker box to make sure every breaker is clearly labelled. If not, request that this be done before closing on the home. Home & Garden safety + moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,415 When moving, use your luggage for transporting items you will need in the first few days. They will be easy to pick out amidst the boxes. Home & Garden packing + moving + apartment + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,960 If you and your future spouse are more established, consider setting up your wedding registry to collect money for a honeymoon or home down payment rather than registering for individual gifts. Money wedding + marriage + vacation + gifts + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,959 Consider using money set aside for a wedding to instead travel with your new spouse or put a down payment on a home. You will have more than one day of memories. Money wedding + marriage + vacation + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,741 After moving to a new neighborhood, break the ice with your neighbors by delivering a small box of chocolates or baked goods and introducing yourself. Relationships neighbor + communication + moving + apartment + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,068 • 8 people found helpful Before purchasing a home or renting an apartment, visit at rush hour to see how busy traffic is in the area, as well as how loud it is inside the home. Home & Garden renting + moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,027 • 9 people found helpful When purchasing or renting a house, check under rugs for floor damage. Home & Garden renting + moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,230 • 15 people found helpful Protect your valuables by moving them yourself or mailing by registered mail to your new address. Money moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,201 • 12 people found helpful Whenever possible, pay extra on your home mortgage. This will greatly decrease the amount you pay towards interest and will cut down the length of your mortgage. Money debt + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #4,086 • 12 people found helpful Banks often have flexibility in mortgage interest rates. Negotiate your rate or ask them to match lower rates (and closing costs) offered by other institutions. Money real estate + savings + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,885 • 14 people found helpful Be careful not to purchase expensive items right before purchasing a home as this can lower your credit score which can alter your mortgage qualifications. Money real estate + debt + finance + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,022 • 12 people found helpful Check faucets and drains before purchasing a house. Also consider having a plumber inspect the house, especially if it is older. Home & Garden moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,019 • 14 people found helpful Before purchasing a home, test its security system on each door and window. Home & Garden safety + moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,017 • 12 people found helpful Spend time selecting a skilled and experienced home inspector before purchasing a home. Be sure to check the basement, roof, structure, electric and plumbing, among other things. Home & Garden safety + moving + home buying + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send