What to Include in a Real Estate Listing
Getting ready to list your home? Great! Whether you are working with a real estate agent or listing it yourself, here are a few things that you want to include to make sure that potential buyers know the highlights of your home. What To Include In Your Real Estate Listing Bedrooms and bathrooms: These are…
Should I Get a Pool? Pros and Cons
As summer temperatures reach record highs in many parts of the United States, homeowners are looking for ways to keep cool and have fun. Installing a pool sounds like a great idea, but there are things you should know before you take the big plunge. Cost of A Pool It should come as no surprise…
How to Boost Your Credit Score to Prepare for Buying a House
If you are getting ready for home ownership, you have probably taken a good long look at your personal finances. Having a great credit score can be helpful when qualifying for a mortgage. If yours is less than stellar, here are a few steps you can take to boost your credit score. Get Rid of…
Documents to Keep for Homeowners
Whether you have just closed on a new home purchase or are trying to get years of homeowner documents in order, knowing what to keep and what to get rid of is key. Before you shred any old papers, make sure that you set these documents aside. Closing and Mortgage Documents: Keep everything related to…
Budgeting for Homeownership in a Crazy Market
There’s no denying that today’s housing market is expensive. With prices increasing dramatically in the past few years, many potential homebuyers are left wondering if they’ll ever be able to afford to purchase a home. Here are some ways that you can budget for homeownership even in a crazy market. Consider Your Needs If you…
Documents to Keep for Renters
Renting is often easier and simpler than owning a home. But you should still keep certain documents on hand to make the process smoother, especially in case of emergency. Here are a few key records to keep accessible. Lease agreement: Know the terms of your lease agreement. This includes the lease start and end dates,…
What is the National Association of Realtors?
If you have ever bought or sold a home, chances are you worked with a real estate agent. These professionals take a licensing exam and provide knowledge about the home buying and selling process. From taking you to see potential homes to buy or arranging to have buyers tour your home for sale to preparing…
The Value of Hardscaping at Your Home
Curb appeal is one of the biggest factors when selling a home. Keeping the exterior of your home tidy and aesthetically pleasing can keep your neighborhood beautiful, encourage other homeowners to take pride in their homes, and attract more buyers if you are trying to sell. While something as simple as a neatly cut lawn…
What to expect after your offer is accepted
Did your offer get accepted? If so, congratulations! One of the first major items in the escrow process is the home inspection. Hopefully you took some time for yourself to have a quick celebration but with the escrow clock ticking you will need to get right down to business so that the closing is smooth…
Finding a home and making an offer
In earlier posts we discussed finding the right lender and realtor. Now it is time to move on to the most exciting and sometimes nerve racking part of the home buying process. It is time to search for that home of your dreams and make an offer. Before hopping into the car with your realtor…