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Differences Between Jumbo and Conforming Loans
If you’re thinking about purchasing an expensive home, it’s important to understand how jumbo and conforming loans differ, and the pros and cons of each. Choosing carefully could help you save a lot of money over the term of your mortgage. Key DifferencesA conforming loan can only be used to borrow up to $453,100. For... Read More
5 Tips for Designing a Welcoming Foyer
Title: 5 Tips for Designing a Welcoming Foyer Information brought to you by: Jerry Adamany RealtorKeller Williams Honolulu1347 Kapiolani Blvd.#300Honolulu, HI 96814 Office Phone: (808) 596-2888Mobile Phone: (808) 208-5065RS-79884 Read More
Protect Your Eyes from UV Rays at Home
When it comes to protecting our eyes against harsh, damaging UV rays, most of us think about popping on sunglasses for long days at the beach; however, it’s possible to incur UV damage right at home, especially if you have an abundance of wide, bright windows. In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology... Read More
Loan Assistance Options for Disabled Homebuyers
With about 56.7 million people living with a disability in the United States, according to Census Bureau data, there are plenty of disabled people who may need help buying a home. The good news is, help is available. Here are some laws and programs designed to make homeownership more possible for the disabled: Federal law: The... Read More
Baby-Proofing a New Home
Anytime you move into a new home, one of the most important things to consider is the safety of your little ones. Baby-proofing your home may sound like a daunting task, but spending a little time when you first move in kid-proofing the house will save you much worry as you get the rest of... Read More
Roadmap to Financial Freedom: Smaller Spaces and Smart Home Choices
Many individuals are beginning to identify with minimalism, as rising costs in real estate have generated a need for creativity…at least when it comes to living space. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates, it costs 32 cents per month to maintain any given square foot. That means that an additional 54% of your... Read More
Packing 101: Tips and Tricks to Help Make Moving Day a Breeze
So you’ve decided to make the big move, and now it’s time to put everything in boxes. First you think big-picture (furniture), and then you think small-picture and realize you own much more than you ever imaged. Packing can be a daunting task, but with some extra legwork at the beginning, your unpacking can become... Read More
Cool Ideas for Dressing Up Your Kid’s Room
Icons and superheroes go in and out of style, so decorating your kids’ rooms to reflect their current favorite may not be the best idea. Decorators suggest using timeless themes and practical ideas to make their spaces cheerful and organized: Start with color – Choose a favorite, preferably a soothing one, to help your child... Read More
4 Statement Countertop Options
Title: 4 Statement Countertop Options Information brought to you by: Jerry Adamany RealtorKeller Williams Honolulu1347 Kapiolani Blvd.#300Honolulu, HI 96814 Office Phone: (808) 596-2888Mobile Phone: (808) 208-5065RS-79884 Read More
Some Helpful Insight for First-Time Home Buyers
Owning a home is probably on everybody’s “success” checklist. Yet, it is a box that often goes unchecked for many years for those first starting out in the workforce. We all know it takes more than just the desire to buy a home in this day and age—if you have not been working toward it... Read More