Buying a home and getting married are two of life’s biggest milestones. But which should come first? Today, approximately 25% of couples between the ages of 18 and 34 choose to buy a home together before they tie the knot. While there’s certainly nothing wrong with this, there are a few things to consider before […]
Saving for a down payment, qualifying for a mortgage, and learning about real estate negotiations are all factors that can make buying your first home a challenge. First-time buyers must often strike a tricky balance between affordability and living requirements. While it can be challenging at times, it’s certainly not impossible, especially if you do […]
After submitting an offer, a seller will work with their real estate agent to review the terms of your bid. If the seller decides to make a counteroffer, they’ve likely decided they aren’t satisfied with your initial offer but are at least willing to negotiate. If a seller makes you a counteroffer, it can be […]
Looking for a way to make your offer stand out in a crowded, competitive, seller-friendly real estate market? Most homes are purchased with financing, but cash purchases do make up about 13 percent of home sales, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. An all-cash offer is sure to get the attention of any seller […]
In today’s hot real estate market, it’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of rushing to beat out other potential buyers. If you think you’ve found your dream home, you’ll want to put in an offer as quickly as possible or risk the chance of missing out. But before you make that offer, […]
Buying and selling a home at the same time can seem like a logistical nightmare. Things don’t always go as planned, and luck and timing often have a large role to play. The good news is your real estate agent is available to guide you through your situation. There are many scenarios where a buyer […]
If you’ve been trying to save up for a down payment on a home, you understand just how daunting this task can seem. In moments of frustration, you may have wished there was a way to buy a home without having to come up with a big chunk of cash. The good news is, there […]
Finding the perfect home can be exciting; however, if it’s located near a school, you may be having second thoughts. Homebuyers generally have a wide range of opinions when it comes to purchasing a home near a school. For those with kids, the convenience can’t be beaten. For others, living near a school can be […]
Congratulations! You’ve finally made it through the closing, and the keys to your new home are now in your possession. While the stressful parts of the home buying process are finally over, there is still a final step: the big move. To minimize issues, preparing for a move should actually start about 4 to 6 […]
So you’ve found your dream home, your offer was accepted, and your agent is working towards a closing day. Everything is going according to plan and you’ll be moving in just a matter of weeks, right? Not so fast… While it’s usually rare for a seller to bow out of a sale, it can and […]
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