What is Earnest Money?
When you’re buying a home, you will often make an earnest money deposit to the seller after they have accepted your offer. While they are not always required, this… Read more ⇢
BUYING
How to Compete as a Buyer
Today’s real estate market is competitive for buyers. We’re currently experiencing a shortage of houses for sale. This coupled with high demand means that buyers may face many obstacles… Read more ⇢
Neighborhood Amenities To Look For When Buying
When you’re buying a home, you’re not just buying the house itself. You’re also buying the neighborhood. The community you live in has a big impact on both your… Read more ⇢
Hidden Costs of Owning a Home
When you’re preparing to buy a home, you know to expect certain expenses like mortgage and insurance payments. But there are many other costs associated with buying and owning… Read more ⇢
Buying a Home With Big Trees
There’s no denying that a home with mature trees in the yard can be very appealing. They provide shade on a hot summer’s day or beautiful foliage in the… Read more ⇢
Most Common Home-Buying Contingencies
When you’re buying a home, it’s common practice to include “contingencies” in your sales contract. These are conditions that need to occur for your purchase to move forward. Many… Read more ⇢
Packing for a Long-Distance Move
Is a long-distance move in your future? While packing up to move down the street can feel like a hassle, moving across the country can be a major undertaking. Read more ⇢
Retro Features Buyers Love
Are you worried about some features of your home for sale that buyers might consider dated? Well, it’s time to rethink that point of view. In fact, in real… Read more ⇢
Fall in Love With Your New Home
It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and emotion of buying a new home. But what happens when it’s actually time to move in? While you’ve no… Read more ⇢
Top 10 Red Flags When Buying a Home
Home sellers are required by law to make certain disclosures when selling their homes. But those disclosures may not give you the full story. Eager sellers may gloss over… Read more ⇢
Real Estate Predictions for the New Year
While we can’t gaze into a crystal ball and tell you exactly what will happen with the housing market in 2021, we can certainly make some educated predictions. Real… Read more ⇢
What Can Be Negotiated?
If you’re buying a home, then at some point you will negotiate with the seller. Obviously, the asking price is one big item that you’ll likely haggle over. But… Read more ⇢
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