A Smart Move Once you’ve done your homework and selected your lender, you can expect them to be by your side every step of the way, beginning with getting pre-approved before you begin looking for homes. The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the home buying […]
Don’t Believe Everything You Read: The Truth Many Headlines Overlook
There are a lot of questions right now regarding the real estate market as we head into 2022. The forbearance program is coming to an end and mortgage rates are beginning to rise. With all of this uncertainty, anyone with a megaphone – from the mainstream media to a lone blogger – has realized that […]
Home Sales About To Surge? We May See a Winter Like Never Before
Key Take Away The latest showing index from ShowingTime, which tracks the average number of monthly showings on available homes, indicates buyer activity was slightly lower than at the same time last year but much higher than any of the three previous years (see chart below): Like most industries, residential real estate has a seasonality […]
VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Homeownership Dreams
Bottom Line One way we can honor and thank our veterans this year is to ensure they have the best information about the benefits of VA home loans. Homeownership is the American Dream. Our veterans sacrifice so much in service to our nation and deserve to achieve their homeownership goals. Thank you for your service. […]
The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you with a lender so you can […]
Looking To Move? It Could Be Time To Build Your Dream Home
Bottom Line If you want to take advantage of today’s sellers’ market, but you’re not sure if you’ll be able to find a home to move into, consider a newly built home. Connect with a Professional in the Real Estate industry so you have a trusted real estate advisor to guide you through the sale […]
Knowledge Is Power When It Comes to Appraisals and Inspections
Bottom Line Both the appraisal and the inspection are important steps in the homebuying process. They protect your best interests as a buyer by providing unbiased information about the home’s value and condition. Let’s connect so you have an expert guiding you throughout the entire process. Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the […]
The Big Question: Should You Renovate or Move?
Bottom Line If the past 18 months have refocused your thoughts on what you want from your house, now may be the time to either renovate or make a move to the perfect home. The last 18 months changed what many buyers are looking for in a home. Recently, the American Institute of Architects released […]