Refinancing your home at a lower rate is very common among some homeowners. However, it is not always the right decision for everyone. Before you make the decision to refinance your home, it is important for you to put some deep thought into how this change will affect you. Here are four things to consider before refinancing your home.
What Are Your Goals? Determining your goals for refinancing your home is one of the first things you should do. There are things you need to consider and remember before putting forth the work throughout the whole process. Refinancing your (2 comments)
There are a ton of trends that come and go, but “going green” is a trend that has been around for a while and will be more beneficial if it sticks. You can “go green” in every aspect of your life, the sky is the limit with this one. One of the most beneficial ways of going green, is inserting green techniques into your home. Here are four green living tricks for your home. Wash Cold You might have heard once that if you use hot water, your clothes get cleaner. Well, whoever told you that wasn’t thinking about the (0 comments)
It’s that time of year again – time for the much anticipated spring cleaning! Whether you have participated in spring cleaning in the past or not, you definitely won’t want to miss out this year. There are so many benefits for you and your family when you give your home a deep clean. Don’t be deterred from the cleaning because it is time consuming and/or boring, even the smallest tasks can make the biggest difference. Here are four reasons why you should participate in spring cleaning this season. Your Home is Clean It’s an obvious point, but completely necessary to reiterate. If you’ve ever (2 comments)
The time for wearing green is here!! Enjoy green drinks, Irish music and food, and other Irish inspired festivities. Find where you can celebrate St. Patrick’s day in Williamsburg, Virginia! Retro Daddio Discount When: March 17, 2014 11:00am-7:00pm Where: 5100 Main Street Williamsburg, VA In New Town Details: Wear green and receive 15% off! Retro Daddio is committed to the celebration of all things retro and cool. Go snag your fun and funky things at a great discount price, just for wearing green! James River Plantation St.Patricks Day Progressive Tour When: March 1, 8, 15, 22 2014 2:00pm-4:00pm Where: Piney (0 comments)
Curb Your Winter Blues in Virginia - This winter has been long and hard on everyone! Find some new ways to stay entertained and curb those winter blues!
Indoor Water Parks: Enjoy the ultimate way to cheat the cold at one of Virginia’s indoor water parks! Kept at 84 degrees year round it is the perfect mini-vacation. Great Wolf Lodge in Williamsburg offers a great option to stay the weekend and enjoy indoors pools, slides, and even a spa! http://www.greatwolf.com/williamsburg/waterpark
Winter Wildlife Boat Trips: Bundle up and enjoy the natural beauty of winter in Virginia. See wild birds and whales (0 comments)
SCORE Workshop: Law Boot Camp for Small Business March 8, 2014: 9:00 - 11:00 am $24 in advance; $29 at the door Location: Chamber & Tourism Alliance - 421 N Boundary Street, Williamsburg VA Starting a small business involves making many challenging decisions. This workshop will help the small business owner identify the important issues to be addressed, provide an overview of the options, and guidance in selecting the best course of action. See website or call 757-229-6511 for more info.
WMCI cooking class with a chef from Peter Chang Every Tuesday March 11-April 1, 11am-12:30pm $40 dollars/session (4 (0 comments)
Tips For Buying A Home This Spring - With Spring comes warmer weather, more activities, and a busier real estate market. Spring is well known as the "busy season". This is when sellers start to list their home and buyers are more active. It might be because of the weather, the holidays, timing for the school year, or just because it's time! Whatever it is, here are a few tips for buying a home this Spring... Set a strict budget. Your first step should be to decide how much you can afford to spend on a new home. Besides your asking price, (0 comments)
The Perks Of Having A Condo Association - Some homeowners choose to live in a condo because of the luxury and convenience of having a homeowners association. No snow to plow and no grass to mow are just among the few things you can look forward to. So what else can you expect from a homeowners association? The cost and what’s covered by a condo association fee will vary, but here are some of the most common services that a condo fee will cover: General building maintenance Salaries for the condo staff (cleaning staff, superintendent, lifeguard, etc.) Cleaning of windows and (1 comments)
Changing Keys: From Harpsichord to Pianoforte When: Through February 2014 Where: DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum What: Explore the evolution of spinets, harpsichords, and pianos in the 18th century in this exhibition of more than 25 instruments. Examine the differences in the various types of keyboards as well as the evolution of the instrument over time.
Painters and Paintings in the Early American South When: Through February 2014 Where: DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum What: This groundbreaking exhibition will bring together paintings by artists working in the 18th-century South and others produced abroad for southern patrons.
Exhibition Opening - Tramp Art When: Through February 2014 Where: Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk (0 comments)
real estate: Can You Buy A Home With Bad Credit?
- 01/24/14 01:59 AM
If you’re young and haven’t built up credit, or have had a few lapses in your credit history, you may be wondering if you can still buy a home. The short answer is, “Yes, it is possible to buy a home with bad credit”, says Realtor.com writer Cina Coren. It’s optimal to have a long, clean, credit history if you want to purchase a house because it makes it easier to get approved for a home loan, and it can help you secure lower interest rates. The best way to go from “bad credit” or “no credit” to “homeowner” is to take (0 comments)
real estate: Should You Buy Or Rent A Home? Advice For Military Families
- 01/17/14 03:49 AM
The military can be unpredictable, and as a military family, deciding about whether or not to buy your next home is always something that you need to put a great deal of thought in. Although military members often receive a tax-free housing allowance to cover all or part of their monthly rent or mortgage payment, some still question what option is right for them. There isn’t one specific answer to the question of whether or not you should buy or rent your next home, it really just depends on your own individual situation. Plenty of factors can impact the answer to that frequently asked questions, (0 comments)
real estate: A VA Loan VS. An FHA Loan
- 01/06/14 06:05 AM
When you’re applying for a loan, you might be unclear about what type of loan you’re looking for. The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and the Veterans Administration (VA) offer loans to a variety of borrowers with a number of benefits for each. The FHA is an agency whose main goal is to help provide housing opportunities for low- to moderate-income families, with or without a military background. Meanwhile, the VA guarantees home loans made available to veterans and military personnel only, without any down payment. Qualifying requirements, down payments and fees can vary between the two programs. There are a number of (2 comments)
real estate: How To Save Money On Your Electric Bills
- 12/20/13 03:42 AM
Taking the steps to reduce your electric bill doesn’t have to be time-consuming or difficult, according to a recent article from Realtor.com. Simply switching the brand of light bulbs you use and taking a little extra time to flip switches ‘off’ can help you save money on electricity. Compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) are a popular alternative to traditional incandescent bulbs because they’re more energy efficient and can last six to ten times longer. So, next time you’re out shopping for light bulbs, consider opting for CFLs so you can start saving on energy costs right away. Here are four more ways (0 comments)