In today’s fast-paced world where answers are a Google search away, there are some who may wonder what the benefits of hiring a real estate professional to help them in their home search are. The truth is, the addition of more information causes
VA Loans
Last week we began discussing shopping for and researching home loan options. During this discussion, we learned about one of the six types of loans that are used to purchase a home, the FHA. I had planned on introducing conventional loans but
Think You Should For Sale by Owner? You May Want to Think Again!
Some Highlights:
For Sale By Owner (FSBO) is the process of selling real estate without the representation of a real estate broker or real estate agent.
According to the National Association of Realtors’ Profile of Home Buyers &
FHA Loans
If you’ve started shopping for a home, you’ve also begun shopping for a home loan, at least I hope you have. With 6 options to choose from, it makes sense to do your research to not only find the loan you qualify for but also the loan
What is the Cost of Waiting Until Next Year to Buy? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
The cost of waiting to buy is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices & interest rates were to increase over a period of time.
Freddie Mac predicts interest rates to rise to 5.1% by the
The Difference Having a Professional on Your Side Makes
In today’s fast-paced world, where answers are a Google search away, there are some who may wonder what the benefits of hiring a real estate professional to help them in their home search are. The truth is, with the addition of more information,
Housing Market: Another Gigantic Difference Between 2008 and 2018
Some are attempting to compare the current housing market to the market leading up to the “boom and bust” that we experienced a decade ago. They look at price appreciation and conclude that we are on a similar trajectory, speeding toward another
You Need an Agent Who Will Always Put You First
Whether you are a rookie homebuyer or have gone through the process many times, having a local real estate expert who is well versed in the neighborhood you are looking to move to, as well as the trends of that area, should be your goal while
What’s the Median Home Value in Your State?
What’s the Median Home Value in Your State?
If you’ve entered the real estate market as a buyer or a seller, you’ve inevitably heard the mantra “location, location, location” in reference to identical homes increasing or decreasing in