Are you considering buying a home this year? With a solid game plan and approach to buying a home, you can plan to win in 2024. Of course you’ll need to prepare. And hey, you’re off to a great start by reading this blog—we don’t want you to fall short of your goals either. But, like with just about

Mortgage rates inched up this week, prompting a pause among some prospective homebuyers. However, there are compelling reasons why waiting might not be the most advantageous strategy. Let's delve into the data and trends shaping the housing market landscape. Impact of Mortgage Rate Changes Home shop

For many, it can make sense to keep your primary home as a rental property, especially if you’re looking to bolster your real estate investment portfolio. And for anyone who took advantage of historically low interest rates just a few years ago, they are faced with the dilemma of selling and getting

As a REALTOR, I meet with a lot of people who are faced with the question of whether or not to sell their home in order to buy the next one in the event they can afford to do so. That question has become even harder to answer now that so many homeowners took advantage of the historically low interes

Navigating the journey to homeownership can be both exciting and challenging. But if there's one thing our experience fighting for the best interest of our clients has taught us, it's that no two home-buying scenarios are alike, and that's why we believe in a tailored, thoughtful approach to help yo

As you embark on the journey of purchasing your dream home, it's crucial to delve into the details of the inspection phase, and one aspect that often deserves heightened attention is radon testing. Radon, a naturally-occurring radioactive gas, possesses the potential to impact your health, specifica

When preparing your home for sale, few things can have as large and immediate impact as painting.  If you're selling your house, painting is a great way to increase your resale price. Paint color takes up much of a room's visual space — it draws the eye and can even influence your mood while you're

As closing approaches you may find yourself moving before the sale is finalized with a buyer. To ensure a smooth handoff to the buyer whether you’re still in town or not, you'll need to make sure you have completed everything you are supposed to—from negotiated terms to good seller etiquette. There

Dear Homebuyer, I hope this message finds you in good spirits, despite the recent disappointment you've faced in your homebuying journey. First and foremost, I want you to know that I understand how disheartening it can be to have an offer fall through. It's a challenging part of the homebuying game

As I was packing up from another successful open house the sellers came home, right on time. We began to chat and before we knew it, we had been chatting for about 20-30 minutes. Before I had a chance to take the open house signs down outside on the driveway, an interested potential homebuyer burst

Since its premier in 1999, HGTV's House Hunters has racked up some 232 seasons. Hopefully I don't have to tell you that like all reality TV, much of the series is fantasy concocted for entertainment. But has the damage been done? It seems there's no one who hasn't seen at least several of the 230+ e

As a seasoned real estate agent, I would love to offer 10 of my top tips for you, as first-time homebuyers. The only problem is there are far more than 10! This list should get you started–take a look.  Determine Your Budget: Before you start looking for homes, establish a clear understanding of how

It seems that if there's one thing that any home seller wants during a home sale process is to be able to be in control of every aspect along the way. The outcome matters. So, the good news is there are actually three, but only three things that we can actually control in real estate.  And that is:

The Many Benefits of Aging in a Community There’s comfort in being around people who share common interests, goals, and challenges. That comfort in a community doesn’t wane with age – it actually deepens. Whether it’s proudly talking about grandchildren or lamenting the fact that our eyes aren’t as

Finding a mortgage lender is not difficult. Finding a decent one isn't terribly hard either, but are they great?  I can tell you from experience, you do not want to settle for any lender who isn't great at what they do. Financing is often responsible for the lion's share of headaches I've endured in

If I told you about an investment that, over the past 50 years, has averaged nearly 7% (6.8%) gains year over year, you would say what? Yet, so many people I talk with right now are feeling confused about where the real estate market is headed in 2023 given the grim news they heard over the last hal

Moving is never an easy task, especially for seniors who have been living in their home for decades. Leaving the familiar surroundings, memories, and routines can be a challenging experience for anyone, but for seniors, it can be particularly stressful. Whether they are downsizing or moving to an as

Looking for the penultimate advice for to how to buy your first home or even your dream home? Start with your savings Your First Step Toward Buying a Home When preparing to buy a home, the first thing many homebuyers do is look at the real estate listings on homeshopping websites, on social media si