April Jenkins

What goes into building the inside walls of a home? Here’s a quick lesson for homeowners.

The ABCs of Wall Construction Many structural components make up a house, but three are arguably the most important: the foundation, the walls and the roof. Everything else depends on those three. Walls stand on the foundation and support the roof. Here’s what you need to know to be an informed homeowner. Materials. Wall frame...

Is country living right for you? Here’s what it takes to build in a rural setting.

City Limits: What It Takes to Build In the Country While the majority of homeowners in America live in subdivisions, some prospective homeowners dream of wide open spaces and a quiet natural setting. So what does it take to build in a rural area as compared to a subdivision? Here are some key differences. Buying the land. In many small towns and rur...

The home appraiser can make or break the deal on your house. Here’s what you need to know about the process and how it can affect you.

How Appraisers Play a Key Role in a Home Purchase How much is a home worth? That’s the crucial question asked by home buyers and their lenders in a sales transaction. It’s up to a professional real estate appraiser to analyze the property and market data to come up with the market value, which can dramatically change the outcome of a deal. What...

An attractive outdoor space can add a great new dimension of living to your home. What’s the best option for you - patio, deck, sunroom or screened porch?

How to Choose the Right Outdoor Living Space If your home doesn’t have a dedicated place for outdoor living, you might consider adding a deck or patio. Another popular addition is a sunroom or screened area that expands living space, allows lots of outdoor light, but keeps some of the peskier outside elements away. Let’s check out each typ...