Buying a house is a major life event, often accompanied by feelings of excitement and anticipation. For first-time buyers, the adventure of becoming a homeowner can be particularly exhilarating. However, the reality of the situation is that the process of buying a house is often long and arduous. The task is made even more complicated … Continued
Buying a forever home is a major milestone in life. It requires thoughtful consideration, from the budget to the living space needed and beyond. Unlike purchasing a starter home, buying a forever home requires more research and planning as it may be the last house you ever buy. A forever home should include features that … Continued
Hoarding is an increasingly common problem in the modern world. It’s often seen on television, with shows depicting homes that are filled with clutter and hoarded items. But if you aren’t familiar with them, a hoarder house is a home that has been lived by a person with a hoarding disorder, which is a diagnosable … Continued
Staging a home has become increasingly important for home sellers in today’s real estate market. With the competition for buyers growing, home sellers are looking for ways to stand out and help their homes sell faster. Surveys have repeatedly shown that staged homes are more appealing to potential buyers, and often sell quicker and for … Continued
When it comes to real estate transactions, there are many players involved in the process. From the buyer and seller, to their respective agents and attorneys; each party plays an important role in completing the transaction. However, one player that is often overlooked amongst all of the hub-bub is the title company. The title company … Continued
If you’ve let it out of the bag that you’re considering selling property, you’ve no doubt already received all kinds of well-meaning advice from family and friends. Some of that advice may be good, but, unfortunately, some of it will just be flat wrong. You see them all the time on T.V., in the news … Continued
Are you thinking about visiting some open houses? Great! It’s a good way to determine whether you’re really ready to buy, to get a good feel for what’s on the market in your area, to figure out what you like and don’t like, and to begin to get a handle on exactly how much house … Continued
If you’re selling your home, you likely just want to get it over with and get started on the new chapter in your life in your new home. But hold on – you may have to deal with the tax man. There are few things less exciting that dealing with the taxman. The prospect of … Continued
Every trade, every profession, and every industry has its own peculiar language, jargon, and buzzwords specific to that particular trade, profession, or industry. And that’s just as true for real estate as for any other. Most real estate agents are only familiar with the language, jargon, and buzzwords of their own trade. They communicate with … Continued
A home is likely the largest financial transaction of your life. It is also probably one of the most stressful. A home is an important part of your life and the process can be quite complicated. You need someone to handle all the complicated aspects of the process including finding you a home, negotiating on … Continued
