Homeownership

If you’ve replaced your roof, remodeled your kitchen, upgraded your windows, or made other improvements to your home, there’s a good reason to keep track of those details. And an upcoming change to the appraisal process makes that documentation especially relevant. Beginning November 2, 2026, updated appraisal reporting standards known as UAD 3.6 (Uniform Appraisal […]

  A homeowner file is simply a place to keep the important records, receipts, permits, warranties and reports related to your home. Most homeowners have a filing system for their house. Unfortunately, that filing system is often a combination of an email inbox, a kitchen drawer, a folder labeled “HOUSE” with a stack of warranties, […]