Posts Tagged ‘home buying’
Should You Buy a Home at Christmas? Pros and Cons.
The Christmas season is often associated with festive decorations, warm gatherings, and a spirit of giving. Amidst the yuletide cheer, some individuals consider making a significant purchase – a new home. While the idea of buying a home around Christmastime may seem unconventional it also comes with its benefits! In this blog, we’ll delve into…
Read More8 Home Amenities to Consider Adding to Your “Must-haves” List.
Purchasing a new home can be a multifaceted and costly endeavor, with numerous options and amenities to take into account before making a decision. From pricing and bedroom/bathroom count to wall color schemes, cabinets, countertops, total square footage, and property size, each factor plays a crucial role in determining the right home for you. When…
Read MoreWhat is an Appraisal?
After we go through inspections, the next step is an appraisal, but what is an appraisal? Should I be nervous? No. There isn’t a huge reason for you to be nervous. Below and in the video we go through what an appraisal is and what it means for you. An appraisal is an assessment…
Read MoreHow to Compare Homes in Different Metro Areas
The cost of buying a new house is more than just the listing price. In fact, it is unlikely you will know the true cost of buying a home until you’ve lived in it for a certain period of time. This is one factor that makes it difficult to compare houses that are located in…
Read MoreBuying a Home? Work with the Right Agent.
Buying a home is a process and one where having someone in your corner is key to finding and putting in a winning offer on the house you want. There is a difference between working with a Realtor that works part-time vs. full-time. The market is changing so quickly, you need someone who is on…
Read MoreHistorically Low Interest Rates Mean More Buying Power
Mortgage interest rates have fallen again! This time to rates below 3% for a 30 year fixed mortgage! These historic lows mean that a buyer may be able to get more house than what they originally thought. This also gives buyers more buying power when making an offer because they may be able to put…
Read MoreCommon Home Buying Misconceptions
There are a lot of misconceptions out there surrounding buying a home. Everything from “You have to have a 20% down payment.” To “Using an Agent is expensive.” We love educating our clients and other potential home buyers about what is possible and what we can do for them. In the video above, Kevin…
Read MoreTeam with an Agent When House Hunting Online
Everything happens online now, whether it’s business conferencing, entertainment, social networking, finances, or shopping. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, about 95 percent of home buyers look for their next property online. There are numerous sites that take you to a multiple listing service (MLS), where you will find data, descriptions, and very often…
Read MoreReal Estate Market Update with Kevin Polakovich
We sat down with Kevin Polakovich from Treadstone to talk about current and future interest rates as well as when you should talk to a lender! We also delved into some personal updates and heard about his experience in completing the 75-Day Challenge! We plan on doing more updates with other vendors in the community…
Read MoreIs Cash Always King?
The old adage “cash is king” can certainly hold true when it comes to home buying. However, your investment might be safer and more productive if you take out a mortgage instead. You need to decide which way will give you the biggest bang for your buck. Paying Cash for Your Home Paying with cash…
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