Buying your first home is both exciting and a little frightening. A lot of responsibility comes along with being a homeowner, and it's easy to overlook some important aspects of the home-buying process. As you look forward to the busy, exciting time... (Read More)
How prepared are you in the event of a fire in your home? Do you have an emergency escape plan? Do you have a fire extinguisher? What about your smoke detectors?
Smoke detectors are one of the most overlooked safety features in homes today. Yet... (Read More)
Embarking on your journey to homeownership can be exciting, thrilling, and occasionally challenging. As a first-time homebuyer, it's crucial to prepare adequately for the adventure ahead.
Before you start looking at home, it's important to do... (Read More)
It's a beautiful day in this neighborhood
A beautiful day for a neighbor
Would you be mine? Could you be mine?
It's a case of "the more, the merrier" when a new family moves into your neighborhood! You want them to feel comfortable, and one... (Read More)
Thinking of buying your first home or one that better suits you and your family? Here are three important steps in the home-buying process you don't want to skip:
Get a mortgage pre-approval. Nearly nine out of every 10 buyers finance their home... (Read More)
If your goal last year was to buy a home, and it didn’t happen, we’re here for you. The 2023 buying season was a rollercoaster of ups and downs for many would-be homeowners. There was a bit of everything to make buying a house difficult... (Read More)
New homeowners have a pretty good idea of their property's market value. That's because mortgage companies typically require an appraisal before they approve a home loan.
But there's a different type of value home buyers need to know as well... (Read More)
House hunting more often resembles a marathon than a sprint. On occasion, the house of your dreams may just fall into your lap. But that isn't the norm. A few years ago, according to data from the National Association of Realtors, the typical home... (Read More)
Once you've decided to build your own home, you'll want to set aside some time to select the right home builder. Here are some tips for finding the best one for you:
Check them out. Make sure the builder or home remodeler has a permanent business... (Read More)
Selling a home can be one of the largest financial transactions you'll ever make, and you want to have someone by your side looking out for you every step of the way. That is the role a good real estate agent plays. Here are some reasons you'll want... (Read More)