Mike Cahill

Fireproof House: Top Fire Resistant Building Materials to Consider for Your Home

Published by Mike Cahill / December 9, 2021

While it may not be possible to construct a fully fireproof house, there are different precautions and building materials that can make your home as fire-resistant as possible.

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What Is a Mother-in-Law Suite, and Does It Add Property Value?

Published by Mike Cahill / August 23, 2021

What is a mother-in-law suite? In its simplest form, a mother-in-law suite is a residence created within a home, an addition built onto a home, or a separate dwelling unit intended for the use of an in-law or relative. The suite can be either connected to or built on the same lot as a home

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Are Closing Costs Tax Deductible?

Published by Mike Cahill / April 13, 2021

When you buy a home your mortgage interest payments and property taxes are tax-deductible. But are closing costs tax-deductible? Find out which costs you can deduct on your taxes this year.

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Negotiating After the Home Inspection: 8 Tips to Get the Best Deal

Published by Mike Cahill / December 4, 2020

The home inspection is one of the final steps to navigate before you can close and move into your new home. It’s also an opportunity to confirm you’re buying the quality of house you thought, and negotiate to make sure you’re getting the best deal.

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What is a Mortgage and How Do They Work?

Published by Mike Cahill / November 18, 2020

Buying a house is a big decision, no two ways about it. It can take a year or more to plan, save, find a mortgage lender, and find the house you want to buy from start to finish. What is a mortgage?

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