The past few years have been exciting for home sellers. Not only were home prices historically high but buyers were well qualified and enjoying low interest rates. Today’s housing market is dramatic...
Selling your home is a significant step and one of large financial consequences. Of course, you want to maximize your profit to allow you to achieve your future goals. You are aware that you need to make sure the home is in good condition and h...
When selling your home, at some point the question of financial concessions will arise. These may be credits for closing costs, repairs, or upgrades and these incentives may improve your ability to sell the home, especially if the home is not i...
Drone photography has revolutionized the way real estate agents market their listings. Highlighting the location or neighborhood can help potential buyers learn more about the property and increase interest in the home. But it is not as simple ...
One of the biggest factors lenders use in qualifying potential home buyers is income. When coupled with credit scores, income is critical in reducing the risk for the lender which in turn gives the buyer better terms, lowering costs. For most b...
Nothing is more frustrating than finding a wonderful house and then realizing that the neighborhood is not as great. Everyone has heard the
expression, “location, location, location,” and it’s one of the main reasons homeowners say they l...
Family is important, and your decision to sell your home may be difficult for those closest to you. Moving can create mixed emotions, and it’s important to help your family understand how and why you made your decision. Including family membe...
There is a lot of attention paid to first-time homebuyers. Most real estate agents and lenders have some kind of guide to help first-time homebuyers navigate their first home purchase, but what about the first-time seller?
Selling your home fo...
House hunting is exciting and most likely, your child is excited along with you. They love to explore the possible bedrooms and dip their toes in the big backyard pool. However, when it comes to changing schools, their enthusiasm may start to w...
Buying or selling a home can be stressful, even in normal times. Right now, when the housing market is moving at a frenetic pace, both buyers and sellers are making quick decisions and are feeling extreme pressure. As the tension rises, it can ...
We are spending more time at home than ever before. This impacts how we view and use our homes. If your home no longer fits your needs in this new environment, you may be considering a right-size move. The open floorplans and great room layouts...