Real Estate Blog
4 MORTGAGES WITH LOW MONEY DOWN
There are lots of mortgages in which the buyer does not have come up with a huge down payment. Here are the top 4… 1) No Down Payment VA Loan These are loans that are guaranteed by Veteran Affairs — formerly known as the Veterans Administration. These loans are...
THE 3 MOST COMMON TYPES OF HOME MORTGAGES
So You Finally Decided To Buy A Home! If you’ve finally decided to make the jump, then you’re probably going to need to take out mortgage. There’s a good chance you know a few basic things about home mortgages, such as the fact that you’ll have to make a down payment,...
FINANCIAL MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN BUYING A HOME
As a homebuyer, navigating the financial responsibilities of buying a home can be incredibly challenging. Most newer homebuyers are unaware of all the costs associated with buying and owning a home – but are quickly made aware of them if they are working with a good...
7 WAYS TO AVOID BUYING A PROPERTY LEMON
A property with structural flaws, electrical defects and a cracked foundation are every homebuyer’s nightmare — not to mention a money pit. But that’s not all that can go wrong when you buy a new home. Cut down your chances of buying a property lemon with these seven...
SEAL THE DEAL: HOW TO MAKE AN OFFER ON A HOME
When home buyers begin the house hunting process, they often don’t realize just how many steps it entails. From securing a loan to finding a property you love to negotiating the purchase, it can feel like the process will never end. Luckily, if you’ve made it to the...
5 COMMON ITEMS THAT CAUSE DISPUTES BETWEEN BUYERS AND SELLERS
It’s a familiar story. The buyer of a Victorian home in a desirable neighborhood falls in love with the antique chandelier that hangs in the dining room. It fits the space beautifully and the crystal drops cascade light across the room. Yet, when she buys the home and...
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO CLOSE ON A HOME?
It’s All About The Timing… Whether you’re buying or selling, the time it takes from accepted offer to the closing table can be a major headache. The average home buyer spends around four months house hunting and looks at approximately 20 homes before closing a deal....
CAN YOU SELL A HOME WITH CODE VIOLATIONS?
Code violations can vary on the spectrum from quick fix to absolute deal breaker — A broken smoke alarm is easy and cheap to fix, but a swimming pool without a permit could cost tens of thousands of dollars to bring up to code. In this article, we’ll give you...
10 WAYS YOU’RE TURNING OFF POTENTIAL HOME BUYERS
From pet beds to princess palaces, here are 10 features that could make your home less attractive to home buyers. 1: Turning Your Garage Into A Family Room As a Realtor, I see this infraction happening more often than you'd think. But most home buyers want a secure,...
HOW TO SELL YOUR HOME FOR MORE MONEY AND IN LESS TIME
From photography to proper pricing, this comprehensive guide is going to teach you the 7 essential steps to selling your home to get more money in less time. Step 1: Find A Listing Agent A Listing Agent Has Daily Experience Selling Homes Hiring a Listing Agent is a...
How Much Is Your Home Worth?
Today, I'm going to show you how to properly price a home. How To Set The List Price Of Your House Surprise. You Don’t Get To Choose! That’s right. You don’t get to name your price — The buyers do. Once you hire a listing agent, one who is familiar with your market,...
2017 Best Homeowners Insurance Companies – Reviews.com
If you're new to home insurance, you might be surprised to learn it's not just protection for the physical structure of your home, or even everything in it. Homeowners insurance policies also include liability coverage if you're sued for damages or injuries to someone...
