Tag: first-time home buyer
What You Need To Know Before Moving
Moving homes is stressful, no matter if it’s to a different state or just a neighborhood over. There are a lot of moving pieces that need to be checked off the list. Make your move much more simple by being completely prepared in terms of what to expect from your move and what to do … Continue Reading
How Do Real Estate Agents Set Property Values?
Property values, depending on the economy and other outside factors, are often a moving target. In a healthy market when supply and demand are aligned, it can be relatively easy for real estate agents to determine a home’s value. When something is out of balance, such as when the market experiences low inventory and buyer … Continue Reading
Is Buying A Fixer-Upper Worth It?
Home buyers often start their search looking to score a deal on a fixer-upper, hoping to transform it into their dream home. Though it sounds like fun, the reality is that the overhaul process—full of decision-making, unexpected headaches, and constant budget changes—can be very overwhelming. To really make a renovation work, it’s essential to … Continue Reading
Things To Look Out For When Viewing A Property
When you are in the market for a new home, there are a lot of factors to consider when you start looking at potential properties. Sometimes you need to think about what is missing as much as what is there. The great thing about viewing homes is you can start to narrow down what you … Continue Reading
Types of Mortgages
Are you in the process of buying a home? Or just flat out confused about mortgages? It’s all about understanding the lingo, and it may be easier than you think. Some of the most common types of mortgages are relatively straightforward. Keep reading to learn about common mortgage types. Conventional Loans A conventional mortgage … Continue Reading
Tips On Relocating To A New Neighborhood
When you are moving to a new neighborhood there are many factors you will want to consider and checklist items to accomplish. Besides the obvious of finding homes within your budget, relocating means weighing commute times, transferring the necessary utilities, local hang-outs, etc. Moving is always more stressful than we think it will be, no … Continue Reading
FAQs Answered! For First Time Homebuyers
Buying a home is one of the biggest investments a person will make in their lifetime. With the decision to buy a home comes a lot of questions. It’s important to do your research to make sure you’re ready to buy a home. Our team meets a lot of first time buyers who, understandably, … Continue Reading
Questions to Ask Your Real Estate Agent
Knowing which questions to ask a realtor during the selling or buying process is very important for your peace of mind. A good real estate agent will be able sell your home faster, get you the most bang for your buck when looking to buy and make the buying and selling process much less stressful. … Continue Reading
How to Know You’re Getting a Good Price on a Home
When it’s time to purchase a home, most buyers have a top priority on their list, and for many, that’s price. With the state of the housing market continually changing, it can be difficult to know if a home is listed at a fair price. Working with the agents, asking the right questions, and being … Continue Reading
What is the House Closing Process & What to Expect
Closing on your newest home or property is an exciting time! The house closing process, also known as “escrow”, can also seem never ending and stressful. But thanks to the advancing digital age, closing on a home is increasingly computerized and automated. In many cases, buyers and sellers don’t even need to attend a specific … Continue Reading