Where to put your stuff when moving

Congratulations, you just sold your house, but you’ve not found a new residence and are currently in housing limbo. Your next task is figuring out what to do with all your possessions while between properties. Luckily there’s a options when it comes to storage solutions, but it’s also a good idea to know what should […]

Careful what’s posted on social media when buying or selling a home

For those with social media accounts, especially Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram, it’s important to be aware of public settings and posts when you’re in the process of buying or selling a property, and this extends to anyone else living in the home. On more than one occasion, a seller’s or prospective buyer’s post has terminated […]

11 Buyer and Seller Tips for Home Showings

Home showings are an important part of the home buying and selling process. Its an opportunity for a buyer to imagine their family and belongings in a new setting, and a seller to showcase the property’s best features. When it comes to showing a home, regardless if someone is the buyer or seller, there are […]

Should you Stay or Go? Remodel vs. Moving

When family dynamics change so can the housing needs; maybe there’s a new baby coming so more room is needed, the kids moved out and the house seems empty, someone is starting a work-from-home job and needs extra space, or the kitchen is simply too small. Regardless, when housing needs start to change homeowners may […]

Five Tips to Writing a Winning Offer

The real estate market swings on a pendulum, and right now its on the side for the seller, which means there’s a lot of people competing for a limited amount of inventory. When trying to purchase a home in this type of market, the buyer must consider what they’re willing to offer in terms of […]

Six Websites to help Research Schools before Moving

Summer is a popular time for families to move because kids are out of school and they want to be settled into a new home before the next school year begins. A popular question realtors receive around this time, is about local school systems and where parents can go online to get more information. This […]

Read this Before Joining an HOA

When reviewing details for a property make sure to find out if there’s a Homeowners Association (HOA) associated with the neighborhood. The goals of an HOA are to help a neighborhood maintain common areas, extra amenities and enforce covenants. Dues can range from less than $100 per year up into the thousands; it all depends […]

Five Tips for Researching a Neighborhood

In addition to a certain number of bedrooms and bathrooms, for many home buyers, a good neighborhood is near the top of the priority list. But, how do you research neighborhoods and know if one is a good fit for you and your family? We’ve compiled a list of tips to help buyers gain some […]

Is a Home Warranty Worth it?

When purchasing a home, many buyers will be asked if they wish to purchase a home warranty, or the seller may include one with the sale of the property. Regardless, there will come a time when a homeowner must decide if a home warranty is worth the investment. Before diving into the details, its important […]

Effectively communicating with your real estate agent

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