If you pay attention to home improvement shows or publications, there’s a good chance you know there are some home improvement projects that can increase the resale value of your property. You may also know some projects many people expect to pay off in the end often don’t. Regardless of how much you know about what projects pay dividends and which don’t, here are some pointers on choosing efforts that will actually help when it comes time to sell. Read on →

As vast swaths of the American economy were shut down in recent months, the economy took quite a hit. Unemployment rates hit record levels in more than half of states and major business sectors, including retail and food service, experienced revenue drops of as much as 75%. Despite all that, there is one bright spot for many Americans: Their largest investments, their homes, are so far holding their values. There’s a good chance you’ve heard anecdotal evidence of this by way of stories of people selling their homes at asking price or above in a matter of hours or days after listing. Read on →

The answer to the question posed in the title here is mixed and depends entirely on the circumstances of your working from home. As millions of people were moved into remote work by their companies in the last few months to reduce exposure in the spread of the coronavirus, interest in this question peaked. Unfortunately for most, if not all, of those folks, the answer as of 2018 is no, there is no opportunity for deductions for home office space. Read on →

Purchasing a home during a pandemic was probably not what you originally had in mind when going on the hunt for the perfect home. But you shouldn’t let that stop you from going on the search for the home of your dreams, as there are still plenty of fun ways to go house-hunting during this time. Our team at Journey Home Lending wants to share some tips about how you can conquer the house-hunt experience during the pandemic: Read on →

What better investment is there than investing in yourself? One big way that you can invest in yourself is through home ownership. But are you ready? Our team at Journey Home Lending wants you to know the benefits that can come with investing in a home, as well as the steps you need to take in order to make buying a home happen sooner rather than later. Make the Right Investment for You There are a number of reasons why investing in a home is a good idea. Read on →

Congratulations on deciding to start your own business! While the journey can be filled with ups and downs, it is certainly one to be embraced. Now that you are on this new venture, it is time to decide where you are going to open up shop for your new business. Our team at Journey Home Lending wants to give you some tips on what to look for when choosing the right building for your new business, as well as how our team can help you in getting your new building ready for business! Read on →

Tired already of being cooped up indoors? Find yourself bored? Why not use the time to flip the switch on your home decor? Now’s the perfect time to transition your home from winter to spring, and our team at Journey Home Lending has some suggestions on making it happen! Get Your Home Ready for Spring When you enter the spring season, one of the first things you probably think of is spring-cleaning. Read on →

Did you know that around three in four people living in the United Staes receive a tax refund each year? That tax refund usually ends up averaging around $3,000, according to IRS data. If you’re planning ahead to purchase a home this year, our team at Journey Home Lending wants to talk to you about one potential use for your tax refund—spending it on your new home! Find Your Way Home Are you one of the many Americans expecting a tax refund this year? Read on →

When you start searching for that perfect home, it can be quite an emotional experience. It can make you happy. It can make you nervous. It can make you anxious. But our team at Journey Home Lending wants your emotions to be more positive than negative during the home-buying process, which is why we’re here to help. Read on as we offer some tips. Preparation Is Key When you find the perfect home, you don’t want anything to stop you from making the dream of owning that home a reality. Read on →

Did the holiday season keep you from getting your home ready for the winter season? While we might be hoping for an early spring, odds are that it’s going to stay cold for at least a little while. Seize the opportunity to take care of winterizing your home! Our team at Journey Home Lending wants to share some tips to help you do that. Protect Your Property This Winter It’s no secret that the winter season can take a toll on your home, which is why it is so important to protect your home as much as possible during the colder months. Read on →