One of the joys of being a real estate broker is helping families find their dream homes. And while a lot happens between that first walkthrough where you feel in your gut, “this is the one!” to the final closing day, there are ups and downs throughout the whole home buying process. But once those…
What To Expect When You Buy a Home on Well Water or a Septic System
When buying a home, part of what you’ll need to understand is what kind of potable water and wastewater systems come along with the house. If you have well water or a septic system, there are some factors you’ll need to prepare for. In this article, we’ll cover the differences between your potable water choices…
9 Steps of Home Buying: The Complete Guide for First-Time Buyers
Buying your first home is one of the most significant purchases you’ll make in your lifetime. And because it’s a complicated process, first-time buyers can easily get overwhelmed before anything has begun. In this guide, we walk through 9 key steps of the home buying process so you can know what to expect along the…
The Ultimate House Hunting Guide: Building Your Homebuying Wishlist
The first step when buying a home is to dream big! Building a house hunting guide to help you find what you’re looking for is a great starting point. In this article, we’ll walk you through what questions to consider as you begin your home hunt. There’s no need to be fully committed to any…
Home Appraisal vs. Sale Price: What Happens When They’re Different?
As you shop for a home, or when you’re ready to sell your current home, one big question is always: How much? How much will you sell for or how much will you have to spend to buy your dream home? To complicate matters, there’s the issue of the home appraisal vs. sale price. Why…
Summer Maintenance for Homeowners: Basic Chores That Protect Your Investment
Caring for the investment that is your home is a necessity. That’s why it’s helpful to have a list of essential summer maintenance for homeowners. If you recently purchased your home, the state of many of these items should be top of mind since they would have been included in your new home inspection. But…
Home Staging Tips: The Complete Guide For a Successful Sale
Prepping your home to sell means getting it ready for staging so potential new buyers can get excited about the idea of living there. With some practical home staging tips, buyers will more easily feel at home in what could be their new home. Once you’ve decided to sell a home you’ve been living in,…
What Happens During a Home Inspection?
Home inspections are recommended for all home buyers. While some buyers will choose to waive an inspection, it’s always recommended that inspections be done for a few reasons. First, determining a home’s value is partly based on any work that needs to be done on it. But there’s the added benefit of getting a total-package…
