Ask the Expert: Do sellers prefer conventional mortgages over FHA?
We hear that FHA loans are a good deal, but do sellers prefer conventional mortgages? FHA loans can be great deals for families with smaller down payments…
Month: December 2017
Selling in December can be merry after all
When the weather outside is frightful, selling your house is not so delightful. That’s what folks say, anyway. But is it always true? Real estate agents…
Exchange students can be fun, challenging
Exchange students and host families can find a school year together enriching or challenging, and probably both. The phrase ‘exchange student’ is mostly a…
Picking a plane that will arrive on time
You have a better chance of your plane arriving on time if you follow some simple rules of thumb in choosing your flight. – Choose a 737 over a 757. -…
Private rail cars give a nod to travel history
If you want romance and scenery, forget the airport; see the world by rail. And, if possible, do it in your very own rail car. A small but passionate…
Real-time translation possible with earbuds
No longer confined to the realm of Star Trek, real-time language translation has arrived in the mainstream with new wireless earbuds. According to…
Studies: Smart phones drain the brain
As phones get smarter, people get dumber; at least that is what recent studies conclude. Smart phones make people less capable of focusing, learning, and…
Coin-operated parking meters are dying
Parking meters have joined the digital age thanks to app support and online payments. According to USA Today, major cities like Portland, Oregon have…
The reality of same-day deliveries
The days — plural — of waiting for packages ordered online are quickly coming to a close as several of the most prominent online retailers are leading…
Study: Social media causes fatigue in kids
Despite the convenience of full time online connection, it is likely causing youth extra stress and fatigue. According to Dr. Bratt of the Academy of…