How Do Real Estate Agents Determine the Value of Your Home?
Once you make the decision to put your house on the market, the first thing you're likely to wonder is how much you'll be able to sell it for and what is the actual value of your home.
Before committing to any one agent, it’s extremely important to reach out to a f...
House Buying: Cash Versus Mortgage
While many families aren't in the position to pay cash for their new home, it's still worth looking at the cash versus mortgage options to better understand that there are actually pros and cons of each payment method.
First, we’ll review the cash purchase....
Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Mortgage
The home buying process is often an overwhelming and confusing endeavor, especially for first time homebuyers. The best advice? Prepare and do your homework. There are many steps to take in order to get the process under way. Here we are taking a look at...
Why Home Price Shouldn’t be the Only Factor When Searching For A New Home
You've decided to take the plunge and buy a new home…congratulations! What most people focus on when looking for a new home is if the cost of the home itself, the listing price,...
Ways Save Money for a Down Payment
As a prospective homebuyer, you need to save money for a down payment on your new home. The standard down payment for a conventional
How to Keep Your House and Life Organized During the Summer Months
Whoever coined the phrase “lazy days of summer” didn’t have a full household of family members on the go. Whether you're a stay-at-home parent or you work full time, we all seem to have high hopes and expectations for our summer plans and
What are Fixtures in Real Estate?
What are Fixtures in Real Estate?
Fixtures in real estate often cause disputes during real estate transactions. Items perceived as fixtures might differ greatly between buyer and seller and sometimes creates confusion and contention. For the...
Myths and Misconceptions About Real Estate Agents
Whether you are buying or selling a home, it’s important to understand the role of your real estate agent. Often times, what we think we know about agents and their role is misconstrued. Here we cover some of the most common myths about real estate agents an...
Hidden Costs to be Prepared for When Buying a Home
When a person first makes the decision to become a homeowner, they often just consider the purchase price.
Unfortunately, not everyone considers all of the hidden and
Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Refinance
As mortgage rates are trending higher than they were last year, many homeowners are asking themselves if they should refinance before rates climb even more.
But like with any other financial decision, there are certainly a number of questions you should ask yo...