http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyleDiva Home & Lifestyle caters to current and prospective homeowners. The show offers practical tips for buying, selling and investing in real estate, credit repair, finances, housekeeping, DIY project ideas, home hacks, recipes, gardening advice and tips to make your house a happy home.enCopyright Real Estate Diva Brenda Douglas (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sat, 15 Jun 2019 10:45:00 GMTWed, 05 Sep 2018 13:30:00 GMTFriendsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/0770affb-70a4-4301-9cb1-f237d4b38e27_diva_home___lifestyle_1400x1400.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyleDiva Home & Lifestyle caters to current and prospective homeowners. The show offers practical tips for buying, selling and investing in real estate, credit repair, finances, housekeeping, DIY project ideas, home hacks, recipes, gardening advice and tips to make your house a happy home.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comfriends,home,house,househunters,#hgtv,1sttimehomebuyers,active,age in place,baby boomers,buying a homeRealEstate Diva Brenda DouglasnoDiva Home & Lifestyle caters to current and prospective homeowners. The show offers practical tips for buying, selling and investing in real estate, credit repepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/09/05/researching-neighborhoodsLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/09/05/researching-neighborhoods/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/09/05/researching-neighborhoodsWed, 05 Sep 2018 13:30:00 GMTResearching NeighborHOODSPurchasing a home is one of the biggest investment that you will make in your lifetime and it is a 15-30 year commitment. So you want to feel safe about the area. Here are some tips for conducting research so that you don't fall in love with the eye candy home and know nothing about the area. Your agent will find you the best house for the right price but it is YOUR responsibility to learn about the community even if you have lived there in the past or if you are familiar with the area because demographics change often. Don't be a victim to eye candy! Do your research! Thanks for listening. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE. Whether you are buying or selling a home, keep your head up, your hopes high and remember that it is not over until the keys are exchanged! The websites mentioned includes: Websites Mentioned: Researching Homes: realtor.com and homesnap.com Demographics: city-data, Movoto, The Census Bureau, City websites, County websites, Neighborhoodscout, Google Crime: Neighborhoodscout, spotcrime, city-data Sex Offender Registry: The Department of Public Safety & Correctional Services (public information) realestatedivabrenda@gmail.com    00:25:00RealEstate Diva Brenda Douglasnoresearch,home,house,househunters,1sttimehomebuyersResearching NeighborHOODS before you purchase a home can save you peace of mind and heartache.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/08/30/the-step-by-step-process-for-buying-a-homeLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/08/30/the-step-by-step-process-for-buying-a-home/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/08/30/the-step-by-step-process-for-buying-a-homeThu, 30 Aug 2018 03:00:00 GMTThe Step by Step Process for Buying a HomeWhether you are a 1st time homebuyer or you haven't purchased in years and need a refresher, this podcast is for you.  Learn the step by step process of purchasing a home so that you will know what to expect and be empowered to make an informed decision.  Also join us on Facebook to get your questions answered or to share your experiences www.facebook.com/groups/divahomeandlifestyle or feel free to get in touch with me at realestatedivabrenda@gmail.com.  Thank you for listening 00:50:00RealEstate Diva Brenda Douglasno#HGTV,Househunters,Homebuyer,Buyingahome,HomeDiscover the step by step process for purchasing your first homehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/07/18/home-modifications-to-help-you-age-in-place-1Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/07/18/home-modifications-to-help-you-age-in-place-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/07/18/home-modifications-to-help-you-age-in-place-1Wed, 18 Jul 2018 02:35:05 GMTHome Modifications to Help you Age in PlaceMore people are choosing to “Age in Place” in their forever home instead of downsizing and moving into an assistant living or retirement community.  In this episode, I share some ways that you can make modifications to your home so that you can gracefully age in place. Follow Us www.facebook.com/divahomeandlifestyle or www.facebook.com/realestatedivabrenda 00:14:00RealEstate Diva Brenda DouglasnoSenior,Elderly,SRES,Baby Boomers,Age in PlaceSome folks are taking the term "Forever Home" literally and choosing to make home modifications to gracefully age in place. Tune in for ideasd08d80ac-f3dc-4f1e-97f3-5b2f7cdce48d11fullhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/07/15/how-to-identify-an-overly-active-neighborhoodLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/07/15/how-to-identify-an-overly-active-neighborhood/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/07/15/how-to-identify-an-overly-active-neighborhoodSun, 15 Jul 2018 15:00:00 GMTHow to Identify an Overly Active NeighborhoodDo you know how to identify an over active neighborhood?  If you are one who prefers a quiet laid back neighborhood then you want to know what signs to look for especially if you are #relocating amd #moving out of state. Some folks prefer urban neighborhoods while others like suburban or the countryside.  Either way,  purchasing a home is a 15-30 year commitment and so you want to make an informed decision about the neighborhood.   If an overactive neighborhood is of concern to you, then you want to listen to this podcast so that you will be able to identify the signs of an over active neighborhood. Additionally, visit these websites to research neighborhoods: - www.city-data.com - www.neighborhoodscout.com -www.crimereports.com - www.greatschools.org Lastly, listen and then follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/divahomeandlifestyle; Brenda Douglas, realestatedivabrenda@gmail.com; www.facebook.com/realestatedivabrenda   00:07:00RealEstate Diva Brenda DouglasnoNeighborhood,lifestyle,home,Active,SafetyDo you know how to identify an over active neighborhood? If you're relocating or moving out of state, you don't want to miss thishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/04/07/is-rent-to-own-worth-the-riskFamilyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/04/07/is-rent-to-own-worth-the-risk/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/04/07/is-rent-to-own-worth-the-riskSat, 07 Apr 2018 19:30:00 GMTIs Rent to Own Worth the Risk?Is rent with option to buy risky business?  So many people ask me if rent to own is the best way to own a home quickly but the truth is that there are some risk associated with rent to own. Listen to find if rent to own is the best route for you and your family and then follow up in the Diva Home & Lifestyle Facebook Group at www.facebook.com/groups/divahomeandlifestyle.  Hosted by Real Estate Diva Brenda  This podcast caters to prospective and current homeowners. The station offers practical tips about buying, selling a home and investing in real estate, credit repair, finances, housekeeping tips, life hacks, recipes, DIY projects ideas, gardening advice, remedies and more tips to help make your house a happy home.  We are ALWAYS looking for guest experts realestatedivabrenda@gmail.com   00:10:00RealEstate Diva Brenda DouglasnoSo many people ask me if rent to own is the best way to own a home quickly but the truth is that there are some risk associated with rent to own. Listen to find6f60a8b1-ec9b-4c5f-808b-7fb6389da285http://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/03/27/introduction-of-diva-home-lifestyleFamilyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/03/27/introduction-of-diva-home-lifestyle/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/divahomeandlifestyle/2018/03/27/introduction-of-diva-home-lifestyleTue, 27 Mar 2018 19:00:00 GMTIntroduction of Diva Home & LifestyleEpisode #1-The purpose of this episode is to introduce myself and the purpose of this podcast that caters to current & prospective homeowners. LISTEN & CONTINUE the Conversation in the Facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/divahomeandlifestyle This podcast caters to prospective and current homeowners. The station offers practical tips about buying or selling a home, investing in real estate, credit repair, finances, housekeeping tips, life hacks, recipes, DIY projects ideas, gardening advice, remedies and more tips to help make your house a happy home. Hosted by Real Estate Diva Brenda Douglas.  We are ALWAYS looking for guest experts realestatedivabrenda@gmail.com Podcast is also available on Podbean, iTunes, Spreaker, Stitcher, SoundCloud and Google Play Music 00:03:00RealEstate Diva Brenda Douglasnoreal estate,realtalk,Realtor,diy network,housekeepingWHY would anyone create an introduction? Well, we want to start off on the right foot and let you know why want you to tune in to listen. Besides, we are ALWAYS