‘Tis the Season to buy or sell your home It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months. This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate, even by many real estate agents. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather will keep buyers […]
Articles about Home Buyer Tips
There is a lot to know when you are buying a home. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, we have loads of tips for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions of Home Buyers
Frequently Asked Questions of Home Buyers What is the Difference Between Getting Pre-Qualified and Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Loan? Mortgage Loans: Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved One of the first steps in purchasing a home is getting either pre-approved or pre-qualified for a mortgage. Unless of course, you’re buying with all cash. 😉 It’s very easy […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Home Viewing
Going to view homes for sale is the part most house hunters look forward to. We’ve compiled a few do’s and don’ts about home viewing. DO ask questions! Here is our most important piece of advice for when you’re home viewing with your agent: If you have questions, be sure to ask your agent! Your […]
Explaining the Home Buying Timeline
Are you wondering how long it takes to buy a house? In short: it varies. The home buying timeline varies on a few different factors but let’s take a look at the typical timeline. Home Buying Timeline Before you begin Time Estimate: Varies (months to years) We’ve talked a bit about this in other posts. […]
3 Questions to Ask Before Starting the Home Buying Process
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you’ll ever make. We’re here to help you understand the home buying process so you know what to expect. Today, we’re talking about what you need to do before you even begin. What to Ask Yourself Before Starting the Home Buying Process What can I afford? […]
Home Buyers Beware! The Walls May Be Listening
Warning to Home Buyers and Real Estate Agents – Smart Devices May Be Listening Be careful what you say when you’re viewing a home or on a real estate tour of homes. You might be being recorded. Yep, between smart homes, home security, Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant, you’re probably being eavesdropped on. Maybe […]
5 Real Estate Myths You Need to Stop Believing Immediately
Real Estate is one of those businesses that seem to be shrouded in myths and mystery. Unfortunately, watching those reality shows about buying homes, fix and flip, and other similar nonsense will not make you an expert in the real estate biz. And even if you have bought or sold a home before, you might not […]
