Take This Quiz
Take this short, revealing quiz and see if you’re a street-smart homeowner. Test your skills, knowledge and awareness. You can improve your home, now improve your homeownership knowledge and skills.
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Give yourself one point for each yes answer.
1. I get an insurance quote from at least 3 different companies each year. I do this to make sure I am getting the best value and service for my money my agent.
2. I compare my home mortgage interest rate every 2 – 3 years to make sure I am getting the best deal, rate, and value.
3. I have an escape route in each room of my home in case of fire. And each person who lives in my home knows the fire escape plan.
4. Because most emergency room visits result from home-related accidents. I am always on the alert for potential safety hazards and immediately correct them.
5. I keep up with the latest tax and housing laws — to get the maximum advantages of owning a home.
6. To save money I have a tool kit to fix minor repairs. And I keep a home improvement manual to help me make minor repairs around the house.
7. I know my limitations and know how to seek help from a professional contractor, carpenter or electrician when I need one.
8. I use the space in my home efficiently by using space-saving accessories such as shelving, organizers, storage racks and proper furniture placement.
9. I know where all water, gas and electrical emergency shut-off valves and switches are around my home. And I know how to use them.
10. I am a responsible neighbor and strive to keep my property in good cosmetic repair and by maintaining good landscaping and lawn care.
11. I watch out for my neighbors and their property (without being a nosy neighbor) because this encourages them to watch out for mine.
12. I respect my neighbor’s privacy and their right not to hear my music, conversations or other noises before 8 am or after 10 pm …at least.
Test Results
10 – 12 Points – Congratulations, you are a street-smart homeowner.
7-9 Points – If you fell into this category you’re close to your mark. Review the questions you missed, and correct them. Then you can call yourself a street-smart homeowner.
4-6 Points – You should take the time to focus on the areas you missed. Seek the advice of more knowledgeable homeowners and keep studying websites like this one.
4 and Below –If you scored in this category you could pose a danger to your finances, your home and to others. You should make a commitment to improve your home management skills before it’s too late.
Whatever score you achieved on this quiz, I congratulate you. You’ve accomplished something most homeowners never achieve. Awareness!
The key to becoming a happy and successful homeowner is the simple but important act of awareness.
Take the time to continue to stay informed on new ideas, technologies and tools. Despite the rising cost of home improvements, repairs and upkeep; homeownership still remains the ultimate American dream most people aspire to achieve.
