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How to Spot Foundation Issues

One of the fun parts about buying a house is going to tour potential homes! Purchasing a home is one of the largest investments that you will probably make so making a sound decision about which home to purchase is key. There are quite a few things to look for in a potential home purchase, […]
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Prioritizing Wants and Needs in Today’s Market

Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, explains: “The key to making a good decision in this challenging housing market is to be laser focused on what you need now and in the years ahead, . . . Another key point is to avoid stretching your budget, as tempting as it may be given the diminished purchasing power.” […]
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Understanding Closing Costs

As a homebuyer, it’s important to plan and budget for the expenses you’ll encounter when you purchase a home. While most people understand the need to save for a down payment a recent survey found 41% of homebuyers were surprised by their closing costs. Here’s some information to help you get started so you’re not caught […]
Buyer, Home Buying Tips

How to Spot Foundation Issues

One of the fun parts about buying a house is going to tour potential homes! Purchasing a home is one of the largest investments that you will probably make so making a sound decision about which home to purchase is key. There are quite a few things to look for in a potential home purchase, […]

Buyer How to Spot Foundation Issues One of the fun parts about buying a house is going to tour potential homes! Purchasing a home is one of the largest investments that you will probably make so making a sound decision about which home to purchase is key. There are quite a few things to look for in a potential home purchase, […]

Buyer Prioritizing Wants and Needs in Today’s Market Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, explains: “The key to making a good decision in this challenging housing market is to be laser focused on what you need now and in the years ahead, . . . Another key point is to avoid stretching your budget, as tempting as it may be given the diminished purchasing power.” […]

Buyer Understanding Closing Costs As a homebuyer, it’s important to plan and budget for the expenses you’ll encounter when you purchase a home. While most people understand the need to save for a down payment a recent survey found 41% of homebuyers were surprised by their closing costs. Here’s some information to help you get started so you’re not caught […]

Buyer How to Spot Foundation Issues One of the fun parts about buying a house is going to tour potential homes! Purchasing a home is one of the largest investments that you will probably make so making a sound decision about which home to purchase is key. There are quite a few things to look for in a potential home purchase, […]

Buyer Four Things That Help Determine Your Mortgage Rate If you’re looking to buy a home, you probably want to secure the lowest interest rate possible for your home loan. If you’re looking for ways to combat today’s rates and lock in the lowest one you can, here are a few factors to focus on. Since approval opportunities can vary, connect with a trusted lender […]

Buyer Pre-approval is a Critical First Step If you’re planning to buy a home this year, one of the first steps on your journey is getting pre-approved. Getting a mortgage pre-approval can be a game changer. Here’s why. What Is Pre-Approval? To better understand why pre-approval is key, it’s important to know what pre-approval is. The Mortgage Reports explains it like this: “When […]

Buyer The Top 4 Ways to Set the Holiday Mood in your Home No matter what holidays you celebrate this time of year, it’s a wonderful season of lights and love around the world. Our favorite way to savor the season is to make home a cozy sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Here are a few of our best tips to make your […]

Buyer 7 Things to Do Before Moving into Your New Home The keys are yours, now what? Congratulations! You’re a new homeowner. While you may not be able to wait to move in, there are a few things you should consider tackling before hanging those family photos on the walls. 1. Change the locks – For peace of mind, it’s a good idea […]

Buyer The Ultimate Guide To Relocating A Family With Kids You may have heard that moving with young kids is difficult. No matter how important the move is for you and your family, children can have a tough time leaving behind friends and familiar environments, not to mention accepting their new home. The truth is that kids can and will thrive if given time and […]

Buyer 5 Ways to Find the House You Love YOU have finally decided to make the big leap. This may be your first time, or you could have a few purchases under your belt. Either way, it’s a big decision. Finding a house you love takes planning and preparation. However, when you put the effort in, the payoff is huge. Here are five ways […]

Buyer Things to Consider When Relocating Whether it’s for a new job, retirement, or simply to find a new start in life, people will relocate at some point in their lives. Before taking the plunge into finding a new city to call home, there are a few things to consider when relocating. Cost of Living This is so crucial. Before […]

Buyer Tips for Making Your Move More Affordable Moving is a journey where you let go of your past and begin a new chapter in your life. It encourages you to truly think about what you want and need in your life. Moving can be taxing emotionally, physically and financially, but with a little bit of strategizing and these helpful tips, you can make […]

Buyer What Happens When Affluent Buyers Shift Their Mindset Towards Stability After two years of YOLO (“You Only Live Once”) property buying, a change in buyer mindset is upon us, according to The Trend Report 2022 published by the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury® program. Between rising economic uncertainty, stock and crypto market volatility, climate change, and living through an unprecedented health crisis, wealthy buyers have begun turning […]

Buyer Tips for Buying in a Seller’s Market Trying to find a home you love can be extremely overwhelming, especially in a seller’s market. For example, you find a home that is “perfect” only to realize that it’s already under contract. Or, you make an offer on a home, but the seller rejects it or chooses a better offer. Although these […]

Buyer Are We in a Buyer’s Market Yet? Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market? It’s the No. 1 question propelling the luxury property market at the moment. Interest rates are rising at a historic rate, right along with economic uncertainty. The stock market is down from last year. Could the luxury housing market be headed for a cooldown after the unprecedented gains […]