Pricing Your Home for Sale
Pricing your home is one of the most important—and strategic—decisions you’ll make when listing 🧠. Get it wrong, and you could leave money on the table... or worse, watch your home sit with n...
Real Estate 101
The Importance of Title Insurance
Title insurance protects you from past problems with your home’s ownership—like unpaid taxes, liens, or ownership disputes. One-time fee, lifetime coverage. It’s peace of mind you definitely want when buying a home 🏡.
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FHA Loans Explained
FHA loans are a great option for first-time buyers or anyone with less-than-perfect credit. They offer lower down payment requirements (as low as 3.5%!), more flexible credit guidelines, and can be a stepping stone to homeownership. But they al...
Ideas to Save on Home Insurance
Home insurance is essential—but overpaying isn’t. Start by comparing quotes from multiple carriers 🧐. Increase your deductible if you have enough savings for emergencies. Bundle policies, install security systems, and ask about discounts...
Questions About Buyer’s Agents
If you’re buying a home, a buyer’s agent can be your best advocate. 💼 Here’s why:
They represent your interests and guide you from search to closing.
They help you find homes, schedule tours, and craft competitive offers.
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Real vs Personal Property
When it comes to real estate, not everything in the home stays behind. 🏠 Know the difference:
Real property includes the land and anything permanently attached—walls, fixtures, built-ins.
Personal property is anything movable—f...
6 Tips When Buying New Construction
Thinking about buying a brand-new home? New construction has some serious perks—no previous owners, modern designs, and everything is shiny and new. But before you sign on the dotted line, here’s what you need to know:
1. Don’t Skip th...
Why You Should “Date the Rate and Marry the House”
If you’ve been house hunting lately, you’ve probably heard the phrase "date the rate, marry the house." But what does it actually mean?
It Means: Buy the Right Home—Worry About Interest Rates Later
🏡 The house is the long-term inve...
Should I Buy a Home if Inflation is Rising?
Inflation is up, interest rates are climbing, and now you’re wondering—should I just wait?
Here’s the thing: waiting could actually cost you more.
Why Buying Now Still Makes Sense
💸 Rent is Also Rising – While home prices fluctu...
After the Home Inspection – What’s Really Important?
You found your dream home, the offer was accepted, and now… it’s time for the home inspection. Cue the nerves. The inspector’s report just landed in your inbox, and it’s pages long. Is your dream home a disaster waiting to happen?
Wh...
What Is a Credit Rescore? (And How It Can Help You Buy a Home Faster!)
If your credit score is just a few points shy of qualifying for a better mortgage rate, a credit rescore could be your secret weapon.
What Is a Credit Rescore?
A credit rescore is a rapid update to your credit report that reflects recent ch...