Saving money for a down payment on a home is no easy feat, which is why I started looking into various ways to make sure that I had things sorted out like I should. I began working with a real estate agent to chat about what to do and how to start saving, and they explained how much I needed if I wanted to avoid private mortgage insurance, and when the market typically trended upwards. It was really neat for me to see everything I could do with the advice, and saving became easier after I had a clear goal. Find out more about real estate by reading this blog.
22 April 2019
Buying a home can be an exciting time, especially if it is your first time going through the process. However, there are many things that you may not know about that can cause problems with the home-buying process. Here are some things that you want to avoid as a buyer. Making Big Purchases During The Closing Process If your inspection went well and you are waiting for your financing to be approved, you may be tempted to start preparing for the purchase of your new home.
20 April 2019
Whether you bought your home in a turnkey state or as a fixer-upper, you may have your mind set on how you would like to present your property during the selling process. If you want to make the property look and feel as close to turnkey as possible, you should consider taking on projects, especially ones that will have a noticeable impact on the appearance of your property. This is when you may want to get a little creative in choosing projects.
20 April 2019
When you purchase a single-family home, you own the land and the buildings that sit on it. As long as you abide by the local laws and building-code restrictions, you can do just about anything you want on your property. While all of the freedom is nice when you are young and healthy and have a lot of spare time on your hands, it can be a burden to care for a home and property as you age and as life becomes more hectic.
19 April 2019
You're looking at a home you love, but you've noticed that it is located next to or adjacent to a public park. Is this a good thing? A bad thing? How does the park impact the property value and the livability of the home? As it turns out, the answers to all of these questions really depend on the park and how it is used. Here are a few factors to consider as you decide whether this is the right home for you — and just how much you should offer for it.
19 April 2019
In real estate, there can be a lot of terms that you do not understand, especially if this is the first house you are buying. One of the terms you might come across is the words "under contract." If you see these words with a house listing and are not sure what this means, here are three things you should know. An offer was accepted For a house to actually sell, a buyer must make an offer and the seller must accept it.