Bob Jackson's Blog

Posted on 01/19/2025

If you've ever noticed cold air leaks while plugging...

Posted on 01/12/2025

Will Your Home Insurance Cover Your Next Renovation Project? What You Need to Know

Your home insurance policy includes a specific type of coverage called "dwelling coverage." The amount of dwelling coverage that you have is based on your overall home value and the approximate cost to rebuild your home in the event of a total loss. When you renovate your home, you may increase its value — and if you don't...

Bathroom

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Posted on 01/05/2025

VA Loan Benefits for Veterans With Disabilities

If you're a qualifying U.S. veteran, a VA home loan can be your quickest path to home ownership. However, if you're legally disabled, there are even more financial benefits available. Here is a basic guide to VA loan benefits for veterans with disabilities: Funding fee exemptions VA loans don't require down payments, but come with funding fees instead....

VA Benefits

Veterans

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Posted on 12/30/2024

FREDERICK, MD Real Estate Market Update 12/30/2024

Click here to view FREDERICK, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 12/29/2024

Real estate terms for first-time homebuyers

For many first-time homebuyers, knowing common real estate...

Appraisal Value

Closing Costs

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Posted on 12/22/2024

Recording singing: How to get the best vocals at home

Recording singing doesn't necessarily require a visit...

Music

Home Recording Studio

Posted on 12/15/2024

4 End-Of-Summer Maintenance Strategies for Your Home's Exterior

As the relaxing days of backyard barbecues turn to thoughts of school and work mentality, your home needs to prepare for the change of seasons. Summer fun, sun and nature have a significant effect on a home’s exterior. Although end-of-summer maintenance items are not necessarily as labor intensive as many spring tasks, these are strategies that can reduce...

End Of Summer

Exterior

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Posted on 12/08/2024

Want to Buy a Home? Do These 4 Things First

Buying a house is a complicated financial and logistical process. The right preparation can make a huge difference in making the process go as smoothly as possible. Here is a list of the most important things to do before buying a home to help you prepare: Check Your Financials There are a few financials you should check on...

Checklist

Home Buying

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Posted on 12/01/2024

Fundamental homeowners insurance policies you need to know

With all the different types of homeowners insurance,...

Insurance Tips

Posted on 11/30/2024

FREDERICK, MD Real Estate Market Update 11/30/2024

Click here to view FREDERICK, MD blog post which has information on the constantly changing market...

Posted on 11/24/2024

The basics of financing by owner homes