Hurricane Sandy at peak intensity on October 25, 2012
Last week has been a busy week for everyone! Hurricane Sandy took a devastating tool on the east coast. Many were affected by the storms and lots of homes were damaged. Remember, claims are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, the high volume of claims is sure to delay payments significantly. So, if your home was in the devastating path of Sandy, here are some tips to help you in filing your insurance claim!
Maintain an inventory of household items.
Receiving a fair payout for damage to one’s home and belongings begins by making a list of what you own, particularly the more expensive items, including what they cost, even if it’s only an estimate. Taking photos or shooting video while you describe the items and how much you paid for them works too. And, if possible, take digital photos and video, which you can store online on websites like Flickr and Picasa. That way, you can access them in the event your computer is damaged.
If you have receipts saved for your more valuable items, take photos of those, as well. Continue reading
The weather is great and kids are out of school, now is the ideal time to move to your next home! In general, moving is a stressful thing but can be even more tiring and stressful during the hot summer days! Whether you use professional movers, friends or do it yourself, here are some tips to help you move in less time and enjoy your new home!
The kids have finished school, the pools are open and it’s the perfect time to sell your home! Summer is typically the ideal time to sell homes because people are generally feeling “warm” and have a better desire to move before school starts again. So as you interview various agent, make sure to ask these questions to find the best agent: 
Most of us dream of the day we finish paying off our mortgage. However, very few people actually do some of the simple steps that it takes to pay off their mortgage fast! Beyond the comfort and security aspect, paying off your mortgage early is a bit like locking in a guaranteed investment return. It can also end up saving you thousands of dollars of interest costs in the long run. Here are a few tips to help you pay off your mortgage early: 
Your hot water heater eats energy: We want to reduce its appetite. Here are inexpensive things you can do to increase efficiency and cut energy bills.
As the days get shorter and nights get longer, temperatures will begin to dip below freezing. Preparing your home for the upcoming winter months can mean the difference between high heating bills and a cozy well cared home with low costs. A bit of early prevention and diligent attention to detail will save you future headaches and bills. Follow these great tips to help keep your home warm without bankrupting yourself with the astronomical heating and energy bills: 
Whenever you decide you want to move into a bigger home, you have to decide what to do with your current home. For most people, 
Solving wet-basement problems is one of the most important things you can do to protect the value of your home and health of your family.
