The process of buying a home can feel a bit intimidating, even under normal circumstances. But today's market is still anything but normal. Navigating all of this can be daunting if you’re trying to do it alone. That’s why having a skilled expert to guide you through the home-buying process is essential, especially today.
Read MoreWith all the headlines circulating about home prices and rising mortgage rates, you may wonder if it still makes sense to invest in homeownership right now. A recent poll from Gallup shows the answer is yes.
Read MoreBuying your first home is an exciting decision and a major milestone that has the power to change your life for the better. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a vision you can bring to life, but, as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shares, you’ll have to overcome some factors that have made it more challenging in recent years.
Read MoreBuying and owning your home can make a big difference in your life by bringing you joy and a sense of belonging. And with June being National Homeownership Month, it’s the perfect time to think about all the benefits homeownership provides.
Read MoreFor many of us, visiting the same vacation spot every year is a summer tradition that’s fun, relaxing, and restful. If that sounds like you, now’s the time to think about your plans and determine if buying a vacation home this year makes more sense than renting one again.
Read MoreWhen housing inventory is as low as it is right now, it can feel like a bit of an uphill battle to find the perfect home for you because there just isn’t that much to choose from. If you need to open up your pool of options, it may be time to consider a newly built home.
Read MoreThere are many reasons for buying instead of renting, but are you ready? Choosing to buy over renting depends on your finances, lifestyle, and personal goals. Here are 7 things to think about before calling us and one thing to ask us when you do.
Read MoreIn a competitive real estate market, it's tough for even extraordinarily well-qualified buyers. You need to stand out in a crowd and be well-qualified. How do you do that? Start the home-buying process early. Here are some pointers to get you ready before you buy:
Read MoreWhile it's our job to keep up with real estate trends, an extraordinary number of people spent many, many hours browsing for properties during our pandemic lockdown in 2020. Zillow and Realtor.com both saw increased traffic on their websites, as did we. Zillow recently analyzed their data and reported on their blog what we were all looking for:
Read MoreIf you are a buyer and are interested in a particular neighborhood or small part of town, there's a good possibility that something is secretly for sale. We have connections with agents all over town and can help find the property that is perfect for you, even if it is highly confidential.
Read MoreAre you thinking about jumping in to the rental property business? You're not alone. We field questions on this subject on a regular basis. If you have the right team members in your corner, your rental properties should run like a well-oiled machine.
Read MoreWe've had clients who loved their house, but weren't wild about the pool in the back yard. Their kids were grown and they would have rather had a yard to entertain than a pool. In fact, the only member of their family that actually used the pool was their dog. So, we looked up the pros and cons, and the possible costs of removing their pool.
Read MoreYou may have heard that buying a FSBO home or selling on your own is easy and can save you money if you do it without a Realtor®, however, you should understand why it’s best to have a real estate agent in your corner to avoid the serious pitfalls that can occur. Here are some key reasons why it’s in your best interest to work through a licensed real estate agent.
Read MoreMany of us have gotten used to being at home all the time, and now special attention is being paid to our homes and making them a compartmentalized oasis; separating spaces for relaxation, family time, work, and…fitness.
Read MoreA clean offer means that it has few contingencies, which are certain conditions that must be met in order for the sale to go through. Typical home purchase contract contingencies include financing, inspections and the sale of another home.
Read MoreNew houses are like the first day of school, full of opportunity and promise. But sometimes, the advantages of new houses are overshadowed by problems like shoddy construction and construction delays or construction stoppages for multiple reasons. The number one piece of advice we like to give is have your new house inspected during and after construction.
Read MoreA home warranty is a yearly service contract that protects specific home systems and appliances. With a home warranty, you pay a monthly or yearly premium that will help offset the costs of maintenance, repair, or replacement of your appliances and systems.
Read MoreWhen you are thinking about buying a home, condo or commercial building, you will want an inspection by a qualified and impartial professional, even if it is new construction.
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