Coming up with a perfect mental picture is easy. Understand that every desired feature—from more space to a well-kept lawn to certain neighborhood amenities—will have an impact on a home’s price. For instance, if you’re looking for a place with a large yard on a cul-de-sac where your kids can ride their bikes, it’s probably… Continue reading Decide to buy

Buying a home is a complicated process. Aside from finding the best listings to tour in person—and in our current seller’s market, that part is challenging enough—you need to have your mortgage pre-approved, look at comps, check the school district, pay attention to taxes, etc. The list is too long for one person (or family)… Continue reading Homebuyers: here are 4 advantages of working with a buyer’s agent

You’ve finally found it: Your dream home. Perhaps you searched for months, or maybe you were lucky and it was the very first one you visited, but no matter. The offer on your future home was accepted! And now, my friend, the real work begins. If you just heaved a heavy sigh or even uttered… Continue reading Buyers: Navigate even a complicated appraisal like a pro

Intel: It’s critically important to spies, assassins, and yes, the average homebuyer. Perhaps especially homebuyers. After all, this is likely the most significant investment you’ll make in your lifetime. Don’t you want to go into it as informed as possible? With much at stake, you want to know everything about the new property you’re about… Continue reading Home inspection

Steer clear of these common-but-critical mistakes when selecting your next realtor and you’ll be ahead of the game.

Price your home right and potential buyers will be flocking your door. Price it incorrectly, and your property will languish on the market.