New Home Versus Resale
May 17th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Rockford Homes (Subscribe to Rockford Homes's posts)
If you are in the market for a new home, you have likely entertained the question of whether to buy new or to buy resale. There is no right or wrong way to go as there are advantages and disadvantages to both. You have to weigh those factors to your specific life circumstances. Nothing can [...]
Industry Trends Moms Desire
May 10th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Rockford Homes (Subscribe to Rockford Homes's posts)
Mother’s Day is just a few days away and as homebuilders gear up for the spring season we want to honor the woman who makes your house a home, and highlight some of the new popular features that moms really like. Walk-in Pantry Walk-in pantries have seen a resurgence in popularity. They are practical and [...]
5 Tips for Being an Engaged Homebuyer
May 3rd, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Rockford Homes (Subscribe to Rockford Homes's posts)
Your homebuilder is your partner. There are many decisions and emotions involved in building your dream home and Rockford Homes makes sure you have an ally every step of the way. But not every homebuilder operates the way we do, so here are some useful tips in making sure you are an engaged homebuyer throughout [...]
Living Near Your Kids
Apr 26th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Webmaster (Subscribe to Webmaster's posts)
While kids wait all of their growing years to move away from home, a surprising number of them end up returning to live close to their families…and vice versa. There are a number of reasons families congregate back together, but the decision to live near your children often involves weighing the pros and cons. PROS: [...]
Balancing Two Residences — A Vacation Home and a Condo
Apr 19th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Webmaster (Subscribe to Webmaster's posts)
Homeowners who maintain two residences, a primary home or condo and a vacation home, know there is a lot to the balancing act. Juggling both places comes down to planning and relying on people you can trust. Someone to watch while you are away Getting someone you can trust to maintain your property while you [...]
The Tax Benefits of Owning a Home
Apr 12th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Webmaster (Subscribe to Webmaster's posts)
Rockford Homes knows about the pride that comes with home ownership. There are also lots of tax benefits too. As the tax deadline looms, here are some benefits you may be able to take advantage of this year (or in years to come) if you are in the market for a new home. Mortgage Interest [...]
Benefits of Buying a Condo
Apr 5th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Webmaster (Subscribe to Webmaster's posts)
Condominiums offer you the best of both worlds—home ownership without the hassles that come with it. Condos also offer the perfect living option for a growing number of people who have busy lives. There are lots of benefits to making a condo your next home of choice: Less maintenance This is one of the biggest [...]
First Time Homeownership — Part 2
Mar 29th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Webmaster (Subscribe to Webmaster's posts)
Until now, whether you were in an apartment, rented a home or lived with a parent, the issues associated with homeownership were someone else’s problem. As a first time homeowner, the most important thing to remember is that every responsibility is now yours. In Part 1 of our series on First Time Homeownership we looked [...]
First Time Homeownership — Part 1
Mar 22nd, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Webmaster (Subscribe to Webmaster's posts)
Taking ownership of your first home is quite an accomplishment. Rockford Homes believes that the experience can and should be a positive one. In Part 1 of 2 in our series on First Time Homeownership we outline a simple strategy to guide you through some common roadblocks. Determine how much you can afford This [...]
Coping With Homebuyer Stress — Part 2
Mar 15th, 2012 @ 10:00AM by Webmaster (Subscribe to Webmaster's posts)
In Part One of our series on homebuyer stress we examined the decision to buy a home, the loan, the search process and how to select a reputable builder. Once the home is yours, you head into a new phase of stressors. In Part Two, we look at what those are and how to keep [...]
Featured Links
Archives
- May 2012 (3)
- April 2012 (4)
- March 2012 (5)
- February 2012 (4)
- January 2012 (2)
- December 2011 (1)
- April 2011 (1)
- March 2011 (1)
- February 2011 (1)
- December 2010 (1)
Because we are constantly improving our product, we reserve the right to revise, change and/or substitute product features, dimensions, specifications, architectural details and designs without notice. This web site is for illustration purposes only and is not part of a legal contract.
