by kramoltz@hotmail.com | May 22, 2018 | Home Buying, Real Estate Facts & Figures
Housing price stats are often given through a “median price.” A median price is that which is right in the middle, so that half of the homes sold were priced more and the other half less. But they can be distorted by sales of homes at the fringes of the market – by...
by kramoltz@hotmail.com | May 17, 2018 | Animal Stories (mostly Dogs in the Military)
Part 1. Although Doberman Pinchers were the Marines first choice, they proved to be unsuitable as a combat dog in WWII. Their replacement had to do with Dobermans not being fierce and fearless enough in combat. But in some situations they did prove useful. In 1944 Jim...
by kramoltz@hotmail.com | May 14, 2018 | Home Buying
What if you sign a contract to buy a home but then don’t want to, or can’t, close? Can you designate someone to take over the sale for you? Under ordinary principles of contract law, every contract is assignable unless prohibited, so you should be able to. Some...
by kramoltz@hotmail.com | May 10, 2018 | Home Ownership
In the last few years home owners’ insurance has covered less while costing more. Large losses due to hurricanes and floods nationally have led insurers to impose limits on what losses will be paid. For example, restricting coverage on plumbing leaks or damage to...
by kramoltz@hotmail.com | May 7, 2018 | Moving Tips
Get an On-Site Estimate. The cost of a move is primarily determined by three factors: distance, weight, and extra services rendered. To get an accurate number, The Move Advocate strongly urges transferees to obtain an on-site survey. Having the mover come to your home...
