American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi lists Hollywood Hills home

American Idol judge Kara DioGuardi lists Hollywood Hills home at $1,649,000.  Looks to be listed by Coldwell Banker.  Pictures can be seen here: http://www.trulia.com/property/1064008-2324-El-Contento-Dr-Los-Angeles-CA-90068 

Green is in!  What does the future hold for the world of green?  Green market research firm SBI Energy forecasts that in the next five years, the market for energy-efficient home renovation products will grow 15 percent, 50 percent faster than the renovations market as a whole. According to the report, the energy-efficient market will [...]

FHA-Backed 203(k) Rehab Loans Can Make All The Difference.

FHA rehab what? You mean there are still loans available to help fix up a house? S-WEET!Here is the scoop: The FHA-backed 203(k) rehab loan is an increasingly popular option in today’s market because so many available properties, especially foreclosures, are in need of repair. And let me tell you, I have been in plenty [...]

High Rates + Low Rates = TIME TO REFINANCE

Get rid of your interest-only and high interest rate loans now!  Check it out… My husband and I are in the process of refinancing our house into a 5%, 30-year fixed loan with no upfront costs.  Killer!  We are also refinancing our rental from a 10-year interest only loan into a fixed loan as well, for very little [...]

Home Depot Offering 10% of Appliances

Home Depot is offering 10% off of appliances over $398 with free delivery and haul away.  Thanks, Home Depot!