Best Homeowner Articles for Week of May 24, 2020
Purgula's Weekly Roundup of Homeowner Articles For the Week of May 24, 2020 Here is our weekly recap of the past week's best articles and stories in case you missed them. Be sure to visit Purgula's News page on a daily basis to stay abreast of the most recent news and...
Store Your Stuff With Your Neighbor!
Homeowners and renters have even more convenient and affordable options for storage of their possessions, thanks to Neighbor.com, a 3-year old startup. Neighbor is an online marketplace that allows you to locate and rent storage space offered by nearby neighbors. They...
Salute to Memorial Day 2020
On Memorial Day, America honors, mourns and remembers her greatest and bravest heroes, those who gave their lives for their country while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Though a solemn occasion, this is also an opportunity to pay tribute to living members...
Home Warranties: Do You Need One? Options & Alternatives
Home Warranty companies are constantly inundating consumers with offers both online and through unsolicited direct mail. What exactly is a Home Warranty? Under what circumstances is it a good idea, and what are your options for repair costs outside of entering into...
Construction Warranties: 6 Key Concepts
“The Contractor shall guarantee that the Work shall be free from any defects in workmanship and materials for a period of not less than one (1) year from the date of completion thereof.” What is a Construction Warranty? A warranty in a construction contract is...
5 Practical Housewarming Gifts that are Thoughtful
Dreading having to find another practical housewarming gift that may be a miss? Here are a few thoughtful housewarming gifts that homeowners will really appreciate and will use on a daily basis, as well as for entertaining purposes. Let’s forget about safe picks like...
Home Sellers Guide to Curbio and Pre-Sale Home Renovations
Updated: April 16, 2020 Pre-Sale Renovations is a term that is gaining buzz in real estate circles, and Curbio, a Real Estate technology startup based in Potomac, MD, is attempting to make the term a household concept. Curbio provides a service that allows the...
Home Renovation Contracts: Costly Mistakes to Avoid
Have you experienced a horrible renovation or know someone who has? A well-constructed contract can go a long way towards preventing nightmare situations. Here are tips on how to prevent the most common and costly mistakes too often encountered with Home Renovation...
Lien Waivers: What Homeowners Need to Know
The hallmark of a professional General Contractor is that he will provide the homeowner with a Mechanics Lien Waiver after payment has been made. Think of Mechanics Lien Waivers as "receipts" or proof that a homeowner has paid his bill in full for services rendered....
What to Include in a Renovation Contract
As you contemplate your forthcoming renovation with excitement, the last thing on your mind is entering into litigation with your contractor…