September 06, 2020

Time For an Upgrade - Should I Renovate or Move?

Real estate experts point out that today's home values continue to rise due to limited availability of  properties for sale.  As the market appears to be bouncing back from the initial COVID-19 related consumer panic, the ongoing pandemic continues to impact schools, jobs, childcare and cost of living

September 04, 2020

Preparing Your Home For an Appraisal

So you've made the decision to sell your home. Now what happens? Although optional at this point it is often advised that the seller has their home appraised by a professional appraiser.

September 02, 2020

5 Housing Markets for the Outdoors Lifestyle

Real estate agents and homeowners are learning to advertise their locales as the best place to settle down and enjoy outdoor pursuits of all kinds. Living in a popular, outdoors oriented area can significantly raise the property value of your home as an outdoor lifestyle is preferred by many .

August 29, 2020

Should I Schedule a Home Inspection Even With No Plans to Move?

Although almost everyone knows that it is prudent to get a home inspection completed if a homeowner is planning to buy a new home or sell the one that they are in. Is this the only time that a home inspection should be done?

July 08, 2020

Single Family Home or Condo?

When you're ready to become a homeowner, you'll face many choices and decisions. One of the first will be single family home or condominium. Each type of residential property can accommodate various types of lifestyle.

June 16, 2020

Your Guide to "For Sale By Owner"

For Sale by Owner, or FSBO, is a method for selling your own home that can save you money as long as you know how to use it properly. Understanding all the details of how FSBO works will help you decide if it is right for you.

June 05, 2020

Hassle-Free DIY Projects for Increasing Your Home's Value

There are many simple and easy you can do to give your property value a nice boost. They don't have to cost an arm and a leg nor do you have to hire a professional, either. These hassle-free projects can truly go a long way:

June 03, 2020

The Hidden Costs of Owning a Home

Are you thinking of buying a home? There are several hidden expenses that could seriously drive up the cost of owning. These hidden costs need to be fully factored into your budget before making your final decision. Several of the most common and costly to be considered are:

June 01, 2020

Key Questions to Ask When Buying a Home

When you are making a home purchase, there are three sets of questions that you should ask before making the transaction. Having the answers to these questions will help ensure that you make the right choice when selecting your next home.