Going house hunting for the first time can be exciting. You are leaving the money-wasting world of renting behind and embarking on owning – and creating – a home you can call your own. It is also an eye-opening experience, one for which a lot of new homeowners aren’t prepared. It can be frustrating, exhausting, […]
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Many a fortune has been made in real estate, and there is something deeply satisfying about owning property and collecting rent from your tenants. If you are itching to get started in the lucrative field of real estate, you might want to start with raw land instead of those costly developed properties. Many factors make […]
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Whether you are moving into your first home or moving on to your dream home, shopping during the cold winter months can be a daunting experience. From traversing snow-clogged roads to checking out the landscaping in subzero temperatures, there are lots of things to dread about buying a home in the winter. And while that […]
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If you want to sell your home quickly and for top dollar, you need to look at the house through the eyes of a buyer. Unfortunately, that can be hard, and putting yourself in the buyer’s shoes can be a tall order. Unfortunately, ignoring the below potential turnoffs will significantly reduce the appeal of […]
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It’s fall – the perfect time to make that downsizing or relocating! We help our clients make the most of their home’s equity, so consider how fiscal and economic policy changes might impact home values. Monetary tightening – Will interest rates increase? Experts say most likely yes, and it will be gradual. Even small incremental […]
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We help our clients evaluate changes in living space. While some senior citizens will inevitably transition into some form of assisted-living situation, many will opt to “age in place” in their own homes as long as possible. Instead of researching nursing homes, they will seek homes that offer them the ability to stay independent. What […]
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Appraisal Contingency For home purchases that require funding, an appraisal is required to determine the overall value of the home. The lender won’t lend more than what a home appraises at, so should an appraisal come in lower than the asking price, a problem arises if a buyer doesn’t have the cash to make up […]
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IMG-0097IMG_0097 Are you looking to sell your house as quickly as possible and for top dollar? If so, then you should focus on increasing the value of your home in order to make it easier to find a buyer and get a higher price. Here are 20 things you can do to increase the […]
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Buying a home involves a lot of decisions, such as making sure it is the right one before you sign on the dotted line. If you only view the property once, you might miss something that’s important. Many real estate agents suggest viewing a home at least twice before making an offer. During the first […]
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