5 Ways to Buy a Home That Won’t Bust Your Budget Buying a house is one of the most significant financial decisions of your life. Many first-time buyers believe such a decision involves going “all-in.” Buying a house does not mean you have to overextend your finances. There are many ways that you can buy […]

Does Your Buyer’s Agent Have You Covered? Buying a house is a complicated process no matter how many times you’ve done it, but the right real estate agent can make life much easier. Any buyer’s agent can tell you that they’ll have you covered, but the best agents will earn your business by showing it. […]

The Truth About Selling a Home “As Is” Selling a home “as is” is often viewed as a convenient option for homeowners who are looking to move on from a particular property. In some cases, the seller wants to transact quickly or may not have the financial resources available to make the repairs. Selling a home as is […]

Should You Buy a Fixer-Upper? Buying a fixer-upper home can be a great way to acquire a home in a neighborhood you might not otherwise be able to afford. Maybe you’ve picked out a charming older home you think just needs some tender loving care to bring out its best. That may be true, but […]

5 Times When It’s Ok to Offer Over Asking Price You’ve been thinking about buying a house for some time now, and you’ve finally found the perfect home. Your dreams are about to come true, and you’re thrilled! But… it’s not quite done yet. Before the house is yours, you’ll need to make an offer, and the […]

Old or New: Which House Should You Buy? While shopping for your next home, you may run into the situation where you’re deciding between a previously lived in house and a house that’s brand new. A spotless new construction may be enticing enough to convince you to pony up the larger cost, but the decision […]

Selling Your Home in the Winter Traditionally, spring is the most popular time to sell your home. In the winter, temperatures start to drop, people begin hunkering down, and home sellers see fewer buyers and lower offers. However, like most things last year, the real estate market continues to be different in 2021. In fact, […]

What are the Closing Costs of Selling a Home? Selling a home requires more time and effort than many people realize. When closing day rolls around, it’s time to pay the people who helped along the way. From attorneys and contractors to Uncle Sam, there are plenty of people who will be lining up to take […]