Mortgage for the Self-Employed
If you are self-employed, there are a few extra considerations that you need to keep in mind if you have homeownership as a future goal. While the path may have a few extra steps, there are still plenty of ways…
Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Home
Spring is springing in many areas of the United States and with warmer temperatures come some extra chores and household jobs that will keep your home in great shape. Do a Deep Clean Spring is a great time to deep…
Is the Zestimate Right for My House? Understanding Your Real Estate Tools
Whether you are buying, selling, or renting a home, you have probably spent at least a little bit of time on Zillow. There are numerous real estate apps and websites out there that collect and display helpful data about a…
City to Suburbs: Benefits of Buying a Home Outside a Major City
Many homeowners have flocked to the suburbs in 2020 and 2021. While cities used to have major appeal to young professionals and established families alike, many are turning to the ample space, top-rated schools, and affordability that the suburbs can…
Moving Day Etiquette
Whether you are moving yourself or hiring a professional team, there are a few ways that you can make moving day more enjoyable and smooth for everyone involved. Follow these tips to be a gracious host on your moving day.…
What to Do When Buying a Home Sight Unseen
Many homebuyers want a chance to walk through a home before offering to buy it. This allows you to get a first-hand view of the condition and features that may look great in photos, but aren’t what you need or…
Working with Your Real Estate Agent Again
Looking to purchase or sell your home? If you aren’t a first-time homebuyer, you have probably already used a real estate agent. Unless you are moving to a new area, you likely have the option to work with the same…
Bang for Your Buck: Making Unique Upgrades to Your Home
Many homeowners (and future homeowners) dream about creating the house of their dreams. When we’re young, it probably involves a lot of slides, trampolines, and bottomless candy dispensers. As we get older, these dream features get replaced by high-end appliances,…
Should You Offer Above Asking Price for a Home?
In a seller’s real estate market, buyers are often in fierce competition to purchase a home. This leads many to work hard to make their offer the most attractive, whether by reducing the contingencies, making the closing process smoother, or…
4 Ways to Thank Your Real Estate Agent
If you’ve recently bought or sold a home with the help of a real estate agent and want to show your gratitude, there are a few great ways to say “Thank You!” to your agent for all of their hard…
