Appraisal When you are getting ready to buy a home and apple for a mortgage, your lender will require an appraisal of the property. This is ensures that the lender is lending you the correct amount of money. A licensed appraiser will do a thorough examination of the property and then determine it’s value based on those results … [Read more...] about Real Estate 101: Top Real Estate Terms To Know
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Why You Should Wait To Renovate
The idea of starting a remodel or renovation in your new home can be tempting, but starting one right away usually doesn’t go how you think. Here are top reasons why you should wait to renovate your new home. Give Yourself A Break The entire home buying & moving process can be incredibly stressful, especially in … [Read more...] about Why You Should Wait To Renovate
Increasing Your Screen Appeal
We all know that curb appeal is essential to drawing potential buyers to your home, but what do you do about the majority of home buyers who begin their search online? It’s called “screen appeal” and it’s just as important, if not more so, as curb appeal. Buyers are relying more and more on first impressions from the … [Read more...] about Increasing Your Screen Appeal
Key Things to Look for When Viewing a Home
House hunting. Technically speaking it’s shopping, but it can feel like an intrusion on someone’s life. The seller obviously wants you there, but do they want you nitpicking every nook and cranny in their home? It can be a bit awkward. But do you know what’s more awkward? Buying a home without knowing absolutely everything … [Read more...] about Key Things to Look for When Viewing a Home
Common Mortgage Myths Debunked
Getting a mortgage can seem like an overwhelming process littered with pitfalls for the first time buyer, but that’s not quite the case. While it can get confusing with all the jargon thrown around, the numbers to keep track of, and the overabundance of options, we thought we could clear a few things up for you. When it comes to … [Read more...] about Common Mortgage Myths Debunked
Why Now Is A Great Time To Sell Your Home
The housing market is hot right now, and sellers are in a great position as a result. Take a look at our top reasons why now is the best time to sell your home below! Buyer Demand Is High As the Covid-19 precautions continue to loosen as more and more people are becoming vaccinated, lockdown restrictions are ending … [Read more...] about Why Now Is A Great Time To Sell Your Home
The Lumber Shortage & Current Costs – How It Affects Homeowners & Buyers
Are you wondering why the prices for lumber and plywood are incredibly high right now? Curious as to why and how that affects homeowners and home buyers? We break it all down below! First, let’s outline why wood and wood products prices fluctuate more than most goods. Since homebuilding and residential building can increase … [Read more...] about The Lumber Shortage & Current Costs – How It Affects Homeowners & Buyers
Changing Jobs and the Effects it has on Buying a Home
For most people, changing employers will not impact the ability to qualify for a mortgage loan, especially if you are going to be earning more money. For some homebuyers, however, the effects of changing jobs can spell disaster when it comes to your loan application. Make sure you discuss in great detail with your lender and … [Read more...] about Changing Jobs and the Effects it has on Buying a Home