DNB Blogs

Before you jump into your very first home flip, make sure you know what common mistakes first-time flippers are in danger of making so that you can avoid the same fate.

Inevitably when you're watching one of those tiny house reality shows (we know you know which ones we're talking about, HGTV!), a buyer who's looking at a tiny house says something along the lines of, "Well, there isn't much space/storage room, is there?"

Winter is coming. Well, maybe not immediately, but the season that can be the hardest on our homes is nonetheless approaching.

In a society where we refer to our homes as our castles, it makes sense that we also want to feel safe and secure in our residences. But as we spend more time inside looking at screens and less time outside making connections with neighbors, it also makes sense that many…

Nothing lasts forever -- including a home where you raised a family or lived most of your working life. And it's a fact of life that suddenly, a place that was perfect for you a decade or two ago might start to feel cavernous and empty (or just contain more square footage…

Being a homeowner definitely has its advantages, and saving money on your taxes each year just might be at the top of the list. Make sure you're taking advantage of these common tax perks as a homeowner.

Just like in any other profession, there are good real estate agents ... and there are, unfortunately, subpar real estate agents, too. But how do you know if you've got a dreamboat or a dud handling your real estate transaction? One way to know whether you've got a good…

You're about to become a first-time homeowner—this is an exciting time! As you begin working with lenders on securing pre-approval for a mortgage, you probably hear some terms when it comes to mortgage interest rates such as "fixed" and "adjustable."

Finally, the weather has warmed up, the kids are out of school, and hopefully, you're planning a get-away.  Whether you're planning a vacation "down the shore," or to some exotic location far away, be on the safe side and take time to ensure your home is secure before…

You can hardly wait to move into your new home. While all this planning is exciting, there's one very important thing you need to wrap up first - your sold home! Here are some smart tips to make moving out go off without a hitch.

Be brutally honest with yourself: What needs be done to make your house look its best so it sells at the best price? Notice I said “needs” to be done. You want buyers to see themselves living in this wonderful place you call home. So, look at your house as if you’re…

By now we all know that new rules make getting a mortgage as challenging as finding your way blindfolded through a cornfield labyrinth...