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18/06/2023Home Repair Contractors

Home Repair for the Elderly Program allows residents to safely reside in their homes | Fairfax County

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Since 1978, the Home Repair for the Elderly Program (HREP) has helped Fairfax County residents who own or reside in their own homes make repairs and accessibility improvements to allow them to continue safely residing in their homes — as well as reducing utility costs through plumbing repair and energy efficiency. Even as a manufactured home or a condo, a house in any condition can be repaired. As an income-based program, there are certain criteria that residents must meet, including being at least 62 years old or with a disability.

Upon enrollment and

16/06/2023Home Repair Contractors

8 Disclosures Sellers Must Make

When an owner sells a property, they are typically required to disclose information in a written document. The requirements vary based on state and local laws, but failing to meet them can lead to legal trouble.

In general, a disclosure document is supposed to provide details about a property’s condition that might negatively affect its value. Sellers who willfully conceal information can be sued and potentially convicted of a crime. Selling a property “As Is” will usually not exempt a seller from disclosures.

Disclosure rules can affect anyone selling a home. Still, they’re especially likely to affect property flippers, who

12/06/2023Home Repair Contractors

Nick’s Appliance Repair Announced Expansion Service Coverage Across Greater Toronto Area

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Published June 1, 2023

Nick’s Appliance Repair – Appliance Repair Toronto & GTA

Nick’s Appliance Repair, a renowned appliance repair, installation, and maintenance service provider, announced its expansion of service coverage across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This is a strategic move aimed at meeting the growing demand for top-tier appliance repair services in the region.

For over a decade, Nick’s Appliance Repair has been a reliable pillar in Toronto’s appliance service sector. The company is celebrated for its extensive range of services and its unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. Its offerings include, but are not limited to,

10/06/2023Home Repair Contractors

The most popular home projects are not the ones with the best return

Most homeowners are planning to remodel at some point down the road, but not everyone will get their money’s worth in improved home value.

Of all home improvement projects, the most popular are sparkling bathroom overhauls, according to newly released data from the Contractor Growth Network, followed by big-ticket kitchen and basement renovations.

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In some cases, homeowners may get that money back when it’s time to sell, but more often, these home renovations rarely deliver a great return.

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08/06/2023Home Repair Contractors

What are the costs of owning a home?

Your house isn’t just one of the biggest purchases you’ll likely make; there are ongoing expenses that come with homeownership, as well. You know about your mortgage payments, of course. But in addition to that, there are ongoing costs of maintenance and upkeep. And some of these can be hidden costs—that is, less obvious to the naked eye and not necessarily encountered in everyday life.

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Among homeowners who regret their residential purchase, the top reason — expressed by 41% — is that maintenance and other unexpected home-related costs were higher than expected, according to Bankrate’s April 2023 Financial