Over the years I have been in real estate and being a homeowner myself I have found that every home, whether it is an older property or a new-build, requires some level of maintenance that you need to keep on top of. Things break or need changing, having your own set of tools will save …
Retirement, we’ve all imagined it—travel, leisure, relaxation. For most of us, retirement may be a long way off, however preparing for it needs to start as early as you possibly can. If not, you may find yourself in a position of financial insecurity during what should be your “golden years”. To avoid this from happening, …
Purchasing a new home is SO EXCITING! However, along with the excitement, comes the weight of so many DECISIONS you’ll need to make to ensure you choose the best home for you. Keep in mind that every house has its good and not so good features. You’ll need to weigh a lot of factors when …
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You’ve finally found the home of your dreams only to discover that your offer is one of many or worse yet, the house is already “Under Contract”. Welcome to today’s real estate market! However, all hope is not lost at this point because you can still put in an official backup offer. Let’s talk about …
The showings are over and now the offers are coming in! The offer includes many documents with lots of important information on each one. Without a doubt, the first thing that you will look for is the offer price. Offer price is important, but it’s just ONE of MANY factors to consider when deciding which …
Your home is now listed and out there for everyone to see. Requests for showings will start immediately. You will get as much notice as possible, however always be prepared for that last minute showing request. Remember, we can’t sell it if we don’t show it! LET THE SHOWINGS BEGIN……here are a few tips to …
There are a few tasks we need to complete BEFORE we put your home on the market. I want to maximize your chances of receiving a solid offer from a buyer and fulfilling this list will do just that! PRICING STRATEGY: The majority of home buyers look at a lot of homes and have a …
You’ve made the decision to put your home up for sale and now it’s time to get it showcase ready. Before we even begin discussing your task lists, you need to take the time to “emotionally detach” from your home. Your attachment is understandable, this is the place where you raised your kids, played with …
Buying your first home is a major milestone! It’s an exhilarating step in your life that you’ve probably been saving up for, and contemplating, for quite a while. However, for a lot of first-time home buyers, the entire process is overwhelming. You are most definitely not alone in feeling this way. It’s likely the most …
Is 2021 the year that you become a homeowner instead of a renter? If so, starting with these simple steps will place you on the path to home ownership: Budget – I know – no one’s favorite topic, but it’s so important to know where you are spending your money each month. Small changes now …
