Prep Now to Buy a Home Later This Year Buying a home takes a lot of preparation and planning. It’s important to get your finances in order and other tasks done before you even start house hunting! Keep in mind that this early stage of the buying process doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time on […]

You’re ready to sell your home, but how do you know if potential buyers will love it or not? In real estate we call it the “sale-ability” factor of a home.  This comes into play when you compare your home to others that have sold recently in your neighborhood and how you should price your […]

It’s no secret that we’re all experiencing higher costs and the impact of rising inflation. The good news is that the recent Inflation Reduction Act includes some adjustments that can help tax payers save more money for the 2023 tax year. You’ll be able to keep more of you income with the new tax rate […]

As a homeowner, you just never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  A home warranty can sound like a great solution to this dilemma, but is it really worth it? Home warranties have gotten a bad rap in the past, but like any warranty or insurance policy, the upfront cost […]

Typically, the most buyers are out and about buying homes in the Spring market.  The Spring market around here starts as early as February.  But, there are already homes coming on the market and you could be the “early bird” buyer who gets the home! Here’s how to get started: Get Your Finances and Budget […]

The absolute first step to selling your home is finding the best real estate agent for you and your home . You want an agent that will not only sell your home for a great price and in a short amount of time, but also will make it an experience where you’ll walk away happy […]

You are almost a homeowner! But before you can celebrate, you’ve got to gear up for a successful settlement day. And that means no surprises, no delays, and no leaving without the keys to your new home. There is a lot to do on the days leading up to your closing and settlement. You’ll be […]

You don’t want any surprises when you close on a home. As a buyer, ensuring a smooth transition to becoming a homeowner should be set in motion well before you sit down with the sellers that day. Here’s a handy breakdown with your pre-closing to-do’s. That way you’re all prepared for when your settlement day […]

You don’t want any nasty surprises after you move into your new home, right?!  Getting a professional home inspection is one very important step you need to take once you’re under contract. Your contract will include a contingency that gives you a certain number of days to complete an inspection.  Once you have the results, […]

Once you’re under contract to buy a home, you want the final stages of the mortgage process to go smoothly – you don’t want anything to sidetrack the sale from here on out! You will begin the final mortgage application process right away. Your lender will require additional information so be on the look out […]