When Should I Downsize My Home?

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Quick answer: Consider downsizing when your home no longer fits your life—when the kids have moved out, maintenance feels burdensome, or you’re paying to heat and cool rooms you never […]

Helping Your Elderly Parents with a Move

Delaware County senior couple reviewing real estate downsizing checklist

Your parents raised you and cared for you when you were young. They’ve been there to provide support and love throughout your entire life. Eventually, the roles reverse and it […]

Moving to a New City Checklist

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Are you planning to move to a new city? Perhaps you are moving across the state or to a different state altogether. Maybe you are transitioning from an urban or […]

How Do I Sell My Parents’ House?

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Quick answer: First, establish legal authority to sell. If you’ve inherited the home, you’ll need documents like Letters Testamentary or Short Certificates from probate court. If your parents are living, […]

Are You Buying or Selling a Home in 2023?

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The New Year is upon us and 2023 is already in full swing. Some of us have already made and broken some New Year’s resolutions, but there are bigger goals […]

How to Improve Your Credit Score

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Quick answer: Most conventional mortgages require a minimum credit score of 620. FHA loans may accept scores as low as 580 (or 500 with a larger down payment). But “minimum” […]

Moving in Winter: Tips for a Smoother Move

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The holiday season is upon us and the winter months are just ahead. The real estate market naturally tends to slow down during this time of year, especially when we […]