Even if you’ve sold a home before, deciphering real estate jargon can still seem impossible. There’s a lot of unique terminology you should know if you want to make the most of your sale, which means it’s crucial to be well-versed in some of the most common home selling terms before you list. If you’re […]
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What You Need to Do Before Refinancing Your Mortgage
Even if you aren’t thinking about buying or selling your home soon, you’ve probably seen that mortgage rates have hit record lows. And if you’re a homeowner, you can actually benefit from these low rates by refinancing your mortgage, which can save you thousands of dollars in the long run. Here’s everything you need to […]
The Pros and Cons of Living in a Neighborhood with an HOA
As you search for your next home, you’ll probably encounter more than a few neighborhoods that have their own homeowners associations. Often abbreviated as HOAs, these groups usually consist of a few elected residents, although they may also be run by an outside management company or developer. While they tend to get a bad rap, […]
Keep Your Home Ready to Show with These 4 Tips
Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter: Which Home Buying Season Is Best?
You’ve probably heard that spring and summer are the best seasons for home buying. After all, there’s more inventory on the market, and the warm weather is ideal for showings. However, the ongoing global health crisis has shattered the idea of the “peak home buying season” and left many potential buyers wondering if now is […]
8 Simple Ways to Get Your Outdoor Spaces Ready for Summer
The weather’s getting warmer, summer is (finally!) just around the corner, and we’re all staying at home more than ever before. If you plan on spending your days relaxing in nature, now is the perfect time to give your outdoor space a little upgrade. And if you’re thinking about selling soon, you might even impress […]
5 Easy Ways to Save Up for a New Home
Saving for a house might seem difficult, especially as the economy continues to fluctuate. However, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on your home buying dreams! If you want to take your first steps towards homeownership, we have a few simple tricks that can help you build your savings account. How to Save […]
Mortgage Rates Are Down… So Should You Refinance?
Every cloud has a silver lining, and one possible silver lining of the COVID-19 pandemic is its effect on mortgage rates. In the grand scheme of things—schools closing, businesses shutting down, unemployment skyrocketing—mortgage rates falling might seem a small perk, but a rock-bottom interest rate could mean big savings, should you refinance. So… If Mortgage […]
4 Ways to Maximize the Potential of Your Home’s Flex Space
How COVID-19 Is Impacting Real Estate
If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling a home in the near future, the unprecedented events of the last few weeks might have left you feeling a bit uncertain. COVID-19 has undoubtedly affected all of our lives, but that doesn’t mean you need to press pause on your real estate dreams. We want to […]