Budgeting to Buy

Many prospective buyers find it difficult to accumulate enough cash for a down payment, especially if they are saddled with heavy debt. With some discipline and creative strategies, you can probably come up with more cash than you think.

Which? Mortgage Broker or Lender

With the myriad of mortgage alternatives available, it simplifies matters to think in terms of two options.You can either use the services of a mortgage broker. Or, you can bypass the broker and go directly to a lender.

Settling in to your New Home

A house full of moving boxes can be overwhelming. Make a plan before you start unpacking.

Know where you want to put things you'll be using, and what will go into storage. Unpack first the things your household needs to function: sheets and towels, kitchen gear, clothes.

Patching Holes in Walls

Got a hole to patch? Whatever the material in whatever the location, you can rest assured that there is patching material designed specifically for that use. The trick is knowing which filler works best for which application. Here are a few of the more common ones.