2021 has been an extremely volatile and unpredictable year when it comes to real estate. Prices have been sky-high for months, and inventory hit record lows. Will 2022 bring change to this turbulent market, or will it be more of the same? Predicted Growth 2022 is expected to bring continued growth of the market in […]
You’ve made an offer on a home, and it’s been accepted. The home buying process isn’t over, though. An inspection still needs to be done on your potential new home in order to uncover any hidden or unknown issues with the house. Here’s how that works: Hiring A Home Inspector In general, home inspectors will […]
One of the most nerve-wracking parts of the home buying process can be submitting an offer. After weeks or even months of looking at homes, it can be stressful to have to submit an offer on a home you love. Home offers are generally sent in the form of an ‘offer letter’, though there are […]
So, you’ve got everything in order. Your finances are in check, you’ve found an agent, and you’ve been pre-approved for a mortgage. Now, it’s time to get out there and look for a new home. Actually picking out a home can be one of the most stressful parts of the home-buying process. It can be […]
Applying for a mortgage is one of the most important parts of the home-buying process. It can be a make-or-break for what homes you are able to choose, as well as for your finances in the future. Use these 4 tips to get the best mortgage lender for you. 1. Know Your Options Before You […]
With so many real estate agents out there, it can be tough to decide on just one. Especially with the large sums of money and years-long time commitment that come with buying or selling a home, choosing an agent to guide you through this process is a big decision. Here are 6 tips on how […]
Your credit score is a make-or-break number when it comes to applying for mortgage loans. Even a slight increase in credit score can mean saving thousands of dollars on a loan over the course of your life thanks to lower interest rates. Before applying for a home loan, you need to know your credit score […]
1. Determine What You Need The first step towards saving for a down payment is assessing what you have and what you need. Prospective buyers should search for a home with a listed price of no more than 5x their annual household income. Say you’re looking for a home around $250,000. If you want to […]
For years, when you wanted to sell your home, you would go to a realtor and they would help you get the highest offer possible on your home. However, with the advent of the internet, a new trend is taking the real estate world by storm. These new real estate companies like Opendoor and Knock, […]
Whether or not to do a home inspection prior to putting a home on the market is one of my most asked questions. Why do a home inspection upfront? Is it a liability to find out about any needed repairs? We real estate professionals refer to those as MATERIAL FACTS that must be disclosed. So, […]