Category Archives: For Homeowners

8 Winter Holiday Safety Tips

Posted on December 17, 2010 by Doug Hill

‘Tis the season for holiday decorations and social gatherings. As you are sprucing up your home this holiday season, be aware of these common holiday safety “snafus” so you can help keep your home and loved ones safe this season. Continue reading →

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Doug Hill on HGTV’s “House Hunters”

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Doug Hill

I can’t believe I’m typing this sentence, but I, Doug Hill, of this humble blog and The Hill Group will be starring in tonight’s episode of “House Hunters” on the HGTV (Home and Garden Television) network with our clients, Monica and Matt. If you’re a regular viewer of the show – I know there are many of you out there – you probably already know … Continue reading →

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Clean Carpet, Clean House

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Guest Contributor

I work with a lot of REALTORS, Property Managers, and homeowners, and they all ask the same question at some point: “How can I make these carpets last longer?” Well, there is no silver bullet, but I do tell them a few things, which I will share with you. Continue reading →

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How to File for the ’09 – ’10 Home Buyer Tax Credits

Posted on February 27, 2010 by Joshua Hill

So you’re eligible for one of the two 2009 – 2010 home buyer tax credits, now what? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued new guidance last week on the two tax credit programs – the $6,500 credit for repeat buyers, and the $8,000 first-time home buyer credit. Continue reading →

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Does Moving Up Make Sense?

Posted on March 28, 2009 by Joshua Hill

These questions below will help you decide whether you’re ready for a home that’s larger or in a more desirable location.  If you answer yes to most of the questions, you may be ready to move up. 1. Have you built substantial equity in your current home?  Look at your annual mortgage statement or call your lender to find out.  Usually, you don’t build up … Continue reading →

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‘Tis The Season For Spring Cleaning

Posted on March 23, 2009 by Doug Hill

Winter is officially over and with the arrival of Spring comes the not-so-welcome words ‘It’s time for Spring Cleaning‘.  If you’re ready to put away the holiday doormat, sweep away the cobwebs and make way for a new season, here are some tips that will help you do just that. *  Doormats:  Go shopping for a new front door mat.  It will freshen up the front … Continue reading →

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