Spokane REALTORS® want to help consumers make the most out of owning a home, and we have a gift for you. It’s called HouseLogic.

This is a new, comprehensive consumer Web site about all aspects of homeownership. It’s FREE and created by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) for you. The Web site is designed to help homeowners across our region make smart decisions and take responsible actions to maintain, protect and increase the value of their homes.

HouseLogic is a great resource for helping homeowners plan and organize their home projects. You will find timely articles and news; home improvement advice and how-to’s; information about taxes, home finances and insurance.

Unlike other homeownership Web sites, HouseLogic helps consumers view their home as an investment. Families can set goals for saving money on their home ... or perhaps increase its value. Especially important is the ability to track the progress made on those goals. Registered users can save relevant information, create to-do lists and set project reminders.

The Web site can also be customized for individual homeowners, depending on how handy or ambitious they are regarding home projects. How much money do you want to spend or save? Where do you live? What are your priorities? Maybe you are focused on increasing the long-term value of your home as well as improving your neighborhood.

HouseLogic can also empower homeowners who want to get more actively engaged in shaping community life. Are you interested in becoming an advocate in your neighborhood? What homeownership issues matter most to you?

The site provides users with the tools and know-how to effect change and address concerns, like establishing a neighborhood watch program, building a community playground, or participating in city or county planning efforts.

HouseLogic takes owning a home to the next level, empowering consumers to build their futures through homeownership. Visit HouseLogic at www.houselogic.com.

Two other great online resources to remember are www.WAhomeowners.com and www.SpokaneOpen.com.

Last year, Spokane REALTORS® helped more than 4,666 homeowners achieve their goals of owning a home. Remember that the Homeowner Tax Credit expires April 30 and home purchases must be under contract by that date to qualify!

For 99 years, Spokane REALTORS® have been serving our community with heart and bringing families home. Contact a Spokane REALTOR® today.

Linda Miller can be reached at President@SpokaneRealtor.com.

Information provided by the National Association of REALTORS®