We know what that’s like. The floor needs repaired, windows need replaced, there’s water damage in the bathroom, and the grass is turning more and more grey every year. When falling behind on projects… things can get overwhelming. And then where does one even know where to start. Much less are the funds even available … Continued
You purchased the rental as a source of additional income, to build some free equity… to invest in the future. But bad tenants ruin all of that. They can decrease the value of the property (by destroying it) and make paying the mortgage a real challenge (by paying late). It sounded like a good idea. … Continued
But sick of the WORK required to keep a beautiful lawn? Here are some helpful hacks! Don’t Mow Wet Grass — It’s human nature to just want to go outside and get it done, but wait until the rain stops and give it some time to dry up. Mowing wet grass takes more effort and … Continued
Well — it’s always better to be safe than sorry! At Christopher Ellyn Homes , we are quite good at securing our own properties in Indianapolis and we thought we’d drop by with some quick tips. Here you go! Befriend The Neighbors — Getting acquainted with the surrounding neighbors is a great way to ensure … Continued
Great idea! There are a lot of benefits to doing so: reducing that monthly payment, tapping into equity, paying off the loan faster, getting rid of private mortgage insurance, or switching from an adjustable rate to a fixed rate. But… How does one go about it? Here are the steps! Know The Goal — The … Continued
Lots of people move locations for work — sometimes, though, they change jobs to be able to move somewhere else where they want to live. Either way… We thought we’d drop by and offer some advice for finding a job in another state if you’re looking to move outside of Indianapolis. Here are some tips! … Continued
At Christopher Ellyn Homes , we’ve been working in real estate for many years in Indianapolis and we’ve worked with quite a few property management companies. And it can be a great experience! Or a horrible experience… And so we thought we’d stop by and offer some tips for hiring your first property managers. Here … Continued
If so, it’s important to understand how to periodically treat and test the water you’re using. At Christopher Ellyn Homes , we’ve bought and sold many properties that use well water in the more rural parts of Indianapolis and there are a few things that people should be aware of. Here’s what one should keep … Continued
