Did you know you could make your home less appealing to burglars and prevent many property crimes? Here’s a breakdown from A – Z on what you should know about making your home more secure and safe. You’ll find lots of options and tips — some that come with a heftier price tag and may […]

Most homeowners know that getting a comparative market analysis (CMA) of their home is essential when it comes time to sell their home. Sellers need to know how much their home is worth in the current housing market to price it right when listing it. But did you realize this comparative market analysis also can […]

As a homeowner, many of us tend to overlook flaws or get used to our home’s exterior appearance. Perhaps you’re not fully noticing a worn out doormat when standing on the front porch or the peeling paint on the front door when searching for keys. Everyone is busy with life and it’s easy to have […]

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 your part even before we start working together. That […]

Understanding mortgage loans and interest rates can be confusing and frustrating for many homebuyers. It doesn’t help that most advertised rates are just a marketing ploy to lure you in! In fact, a lender looks at several factors to determine an interest rate based on YOUR specific financial situation, including your credit score, your down-payment […]

Give yourself a well-deserved pat on the back if you are on top of your home’s maintenance. You make sure you’re checking off a wide range of to-do’s from your list regularly, whether it’s cleaning your gutters, having your HVAC system serviced each season, or upgrading your smoke alarms. It’s great to focus on these […]

Are you someone who takes the time to eat well and exercise regularly to stay healthy? For most of us, these two are at the top of our list when it comes to improving our health. But have you ever thought of making sure your home is healthy? We spend a chunk of our days […]

Did you know that you can borrow money to buy a home from yourself if you have a 401k plan? Getting a 401k loan is one way to get additional money toward a down payment.  It’s a lump sum of money that is already yours — not the bank’s, not mom and dad’s, and not […]

When it comes to getting a mortgage, it’s easy to focus on the interest rate.  But, if you only focus on the interest rate, you might be missing some “hidden” fees that makes getting that interest rate more expensive. That sounds counterproductive but it isn’t. Several factors will help create the best mortgage and interest […]

Now more than ever we need our homes to be a sanctuary, a place where we can feel safe and find joy. The goal of this 4-week series is to help you create a home that better suits you and your family. And most importantly, you will learn what steps you can take to improve […]