As the bells of the New Year ring in, the excitement of "out with old and in with the new" may be upon you. Therefore, the question of purchasing real estate may have floated across your thoughts. I'm certain that you have heard that purchasing real estate is something that should wait until the spr [Read More]

Real estate activity tends to slow down during the Fall season, you'll see some price reductions and a small dip in buyer activity. So, this is could be the perfect time to find your new home!If you are planning to buy this fall, there are a few things to keep in mind:1. First and foremost: Hire a R [Read More]

There is more to owning a home than getting a mortgage and making your payments on time. Just like owning anything, you have a responsibility to keep your home in good shape, therefore, regular maintenance will be required. The big difference in maintaining a home and maintaining something like your [Read More]

Let's start with what we know. According to Realtor.com, at the end of 2016, unemployment was down to 4.6% (the lowest since 2007), consumer confidence was at the highest it's been since 2007 and the home values across the nation had recovered. So, at it's basics, by the end of 2016 we were employed [Read More]

Buying or selling a home in the winter may appear to be an incredulous task on the outside, but if done right, it could work in your favor.Granted, most potential home buyers do not actively seek to purchase their new home in the winter. But if you find yourself with a new job or a new family member [Read More]

There are so many questions to ask when you are looking to purchase your new dream home.How much are the closing costs? What's included in the price? Are there Association fees?According to Josh Altman, Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles star there is really only one question that a potential home b [Read More]

Ready to take that big leap into home ownership? You've been saving your money for awhile now and think you have enough to purchase your first home. However, there are more expenses when purchasing your new home than just the home itself.Below is a simple checklist to follow to make sure that you ar [Read More]

Are you planning on having children? Will you be taking care of elderly parents? Do you have enough for a down payment? How is your credit? All of these things need to be considered before you make the giant leap into home ownership.ChildrenIf you are planning on having children, you will need to co [Read More]

Even some of the most experienced home buyers can learn a thing or two when it comes to purchasing a new home. Just when you think you have thought of everything, you will find you missed a few things.For instance, what would be the importance of the location of the laundry room? One place that I ca [Read More]

So, you are ready to purchase your very first home! This transition can be exciting and overwhelming. It is important to educate yourself and be prepared for the changes in the months to come, this will help alleviate any stress along the way.Here are few tips to get you started:1. Finding the Right [Read More]