by Jon Terry | Mar 9, 2011 | Blog, Mortgages
Australia, Canada, and Europe have enjoyed 0% mortgage loans for 20 years. This type of home loan, called Off Set Mortgage or All-In-One Loan, has finally made its way into the United States. Essentially, it works by allowing the money in your savings or checking...
by Jon Terry | Mar 3, 2011 | Blog, Green Home Tips
Sometimes, we at Alaris like to write articles of general interest that does not directly affect buying and selling homes. We have a growing interest in building communities. Toward that end, we wanted to tell you about the concept of community gardens. With most...
by Jon Terry | Feb 22, 2011 | Blog, Construction/Maintenance, Home Owner Energy Tips
The science of home insulation is ever evolving. Homes built in 2004 may already be out-of-date and Energy Star construction ups the ante even more. So how do you know if your home needs more insulation? A simple method to check insulation for newer homes is to check...
by Jon Terry | Feb 16, 2011 | Blog, Construction/Maintenance
Potential buyers make judgments about their next home at the walkway. Why not roll out the red carpet upon their first visit? Your home’s walkway sets the tone for what’s to come. Give every buyer an invitation to purchase your home by designing a...
by Jon Terry | Feb 10, 2011 | Blog, Buying A Home, Green Home Tips, Home Owner Energy Tips, Residential Real Estate, Selling a Home
Green renovations and additions to your home may cost more upfront than taking the route of using traditional materials and methods, but does it pay for itself when your resell your home? Lower Maintenance Costs Green home renovations that target the tightening of...
