Understanding Your Cash to Close When Buying a Home
You have saved and saved for a downpayment on a new home and are finally ready to sign all of the paperwork and get the keys. Your lender sends over the final numbers and the cash to close is more…
What Makes a Good Neighborhood?
During the search for a new home, many homeowners ask about the neighborhood that particular properties are in. The neighborhood location is a very important factor when it comes to finding the right home, understanding its value, and recognizing what…
Getting Ready for a Stress-Free Move
Having the keys to your own home in your hand is a huge milestone. Home ownership is something that many people dream about for years and requires hard work to find the perfect house and make your dream a reality…
What to Expect When Your Real Estate Agent is a Dual Agent
Many home buyers and sellers choose to work with a real estate professional, either an agent or a broker, when they purchase or sell a home. This professional knows the ins and outs of the real estate market in their…
Using Unexpected Income for Your Home
If you find yourself with extra money in your bank account courtesy of something like the government-issued COVID checks or tax return from the IRS, it may be tempting to use it to purchase a new gadget or go on…
What to Look for Before a Home Inspection
If you are in the market for a new home, you have probably been looking online and in person for just the right property. Number of bedrooms, bathrooms, layout, and kitchen features are all the top of home buyer’s lists…
Using the VA Streamline Loan
Veterans buying a home often use a special loan, backed by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs to purchase a personal residence with no (or low) downpayment. But many may not know that once you use that loan, you can refinance…
The Ideal Space to Work from Home
As the COVID-19 pandemic drives more and more employees to head home with a laptop and a snazzy Zoom background, many are wondering how to set up a home office that will work and add value to their home. Here…
Holiday Lights through the Years
One of the most festive aspects of the holiday season happens to be perfect for social distancing: enjoying holiday light displays throughout your neighborhood and community. Here are a few fun statistics on holiday light displays through the years. The…
Realtor Magazine Reports Luxury Pantries Are In-Demand in Today’s Homes
Home trends evolve as home buyers value different features over time. With so many people staying home, luxury pantries are becoming more and more valuable and in-demand in the housing market. Realtor Magazine recently reported that “more than 85% of…
