How to Select the Right Buyer’s Agent
As the real estate industry continues to evaluate the impact of the proposed NAR settlement, the importance of selecting a buyer’s agent continues to increase. In the near future, there is a very real chance that home buyers will need to pay for their agent’s services directly as part of the transaction. Therefore, buyers will […]
Which State is the Best Retirement Destination?
Retirement may be many years away for some of you. For others, it is just around the corner. We can’t tell you when to retire or how to save money for retirement. However, where to retire is a question we do get asked from our real estate clients from time to time. Where Do You […]
Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time?
Here Are 5 Real Estate Tips to Help You Manage Your Move. Having worked with a lot of home buyers and sellers over the years, we understand that moving is always a stressful time in someone’s life. It’s even more daunting when you have children and pets. One of our most important jobs as real […]
Understanding New Construction – Part 2
This is a continuation from the first blog post about new construction. Please read that first blog. The Initial Visit This blog will go over the high-level steps of new construction starting with your first appointment at the site. You will be present (with your buyer agent) and will meet the site representative. This representative […]
First Steps in New Construction
We are seeing an increase in new construction projects as demand for housing remains strong. For several years following the financial crisis, new construction ground to a halt. Demand was non-existent, financing for builders evaporated, and developers went out of business. For new construction projects to ramp back up, it takes many years to secure […]
The Home Inspection Process
The Home Inspection Process Whether you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ve probably heard about home inspections. Home inspections are an important part of the real estate transaction, but many people have unanswered questions or just plain don’t know where to start. Keep reading for the answers to some of the most frequently […]
How Social Media Is Helping Homebuyers
How Social Media Is Helping Homebuyers Social media probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you’re thinking about buying a house. But the truth is, the social sites you’re already using could provide a significant value-add to your home buying experience. Social networking sites like Facebook and Instagram, along with idea sharing […]
Is Now the Right Time to Buy?
4 Ways to Know When it’s the Right Time to Buy Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or have been through the process before, it can be difficult to know when the best time to buy is. A home purchase is the one of the largest purchases that most people ever make, so it’s […]