What You Should Be Aware Of When House Hunting In The Winter
Though most people probably agree it might not be the ideal time to buy a house, house hunting in the winter can lead to some great opportunities. You might find yourself in a position where you need to move during the winter (new job, losing your current rental,...
How To Write A Home Offer
Preparing to write a home offer can be exciting and stressful at the same time. In a seller's market, where sellers are getting numerous offers above asking price, you need to be sure your offer will stand out above the rest. Try these 5 proven methods to make sure...
Understanding Interest Rates and Annual Percentage Rate
Applying for and understanding mortgage loans can be a very confusing process for anyone. The terms, the lingo, and the paperwork can become overwhelming very quickly. The resulting confusion often leads to misunderstanding important terms in the application...
Why You Should Wait Before You Renovate
You've gone through all the steps to purchase your new home, which can be a grueling process. From finding a home you love, to securing financing, to enduring inspections and negotiations, to surviving the closing… you have gone through this process pondering ways to...
Common Misconceptions About Real Estate
If you’ve never been in a position to have purchased or sold a home, you might have a few misconceptions about real estate and the buying/selling process. Below we briefly outline some of the most common misconceptions. A home inspection is done to either Pass or Fail...
A Bit of Fall Prep Can Help Prevent Winter Weather Damage to Your Home
Winter weather can really take a toll on both the outside and inside of your home. Before the temperature drops and the snow falls, follow the below recommendations to help shelter your home from the elements. For the outside of your home: Clean your gutters. The...
Extend Your Growing Season into the Fall
One of the many things that people love about the warmer months is having their own flower and vegetable gardens. Living here in New England, we have a shorter growing season than those who live in a warmer climate, but there are ways to enjoy those gardens for more...
Slash Your Heating Costs
No doubt, fall is a favorite season for many. Sweatshirts, fires and football—they are all sure signs that summer is fading away and cooler temperatures are driving in. But as the temps drop, we often find our heating costs increasing. There are ways to slash your...
Factors to Consider Before Starting Your Home Search
You’ve decided you want to take the plunge into homeownership, but there are multiple decisions you need to make before you can really even begin your home search. Undoubtedly, finances will play a huge factor in your home search. If you find yourself looking at...
Starter Home or Forever Home
First time homebuyers have a lot to consider. One of the biggest decisions they need to make is: Starter Home or Forever Home Do you purchase a starter home before you can afford the size and style of house you actually want? Should you focus on finding a more...