The housing market recovery coming into the new year has been nothing short of remarkable. Many experts agree the turnaround from the nation’s economic pause is playing out extremely well for real estate, and the current… Read More
Written by David Reed First time real estate investors find the approval process is very much the same as financing an owner occupied property. There’s a credit report checked, bank statements and assets are reviewed as… Read More
Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to sell their houses. Similarly, others who already have their homes on the market remove their listings until the spring. Let’s unpack… Read More
With the winter and the holiday season arriving, now is a good time for homeowners to take some simple precautions to help protect their family and property from fire. Here are some tips that can help… Read More
If you’re looking to invest in residential real estate to rent out a property, there are many things you can do to contribute to its profitability. Some of them cost more than others, but keeping these… Read More
It’s not too late to address a few home maintenance musts before winter fully sets in. Here’s a list of last-minute tasks to knock out before you go into hibernation mode. 1. Check and clean the… Read More
According to the National Association of Realtors, 87% of first-time buyers think they need 10% or more down to buy a home. The fact is the average down payment for first time buyers is about 6%… Read More
Did you know well-placed furniture can open up a room and make it seem larger? Or that opening drapes and blinds, and turning on all lights make a room seem bright and cheery? It’s a fact:… Read More
A common mistake made in negotiations is that of impatience. We all seem to want everything quickly. Patience is becoming a lost virtue and especially a missing skill in most negotiations. As you proceed into the… Read More
Once the kids have left the nest, you may be wondering what to do with all of the extra space in your home. Chances are, you don’t need four bedrooms anymore, and it may be a… Read More