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Home sellers trying to prep for a sale start to notice the many problems that their home has.  The small leaks, cracks, and items that are completely broken and have been ignored for years now need to be repaired.  As a result, some home sellers find it overwhelming to try and pinpoint everything that needs […]

A home buyer that is looking at properties like condos or in neighborhoods with many extras within the neighborhood are likely looking at properties with homeowner’s associations.  A homeowner’s association is an added cost for a homeowner and they must abide by the rules set by the association. It can be restricting for a homeowner […]

The dream of every homeowner is to sell their home and come away with a massive profit.  Many homeowners achieve this dream when they invest when prices are low and sell when they are high.  However, more often than not, a homeowner does not see a profit on the sale of their home.   When selling […]

It often happens that when homeowners renovate and update their own home they begin to think they are ready to dive into flipping houses to make money.  While some people jump into flipping homes and have success, many find themselves in the opposite situation.   House flippers who are new to the real estate market may […]

There are many home buyers who will need to use a mortgage to make their first house purchase or even their second or third.  Mortgages are there to help people get into their next home without the home buyer needing to have the cash available in full. And while getting a mortgage may feel intimidating, […]

The real estate market is heading for a change.  While it has recently favored the sellers, the buyers are going to start to gain more power during negotiations.   A buyers market is great for anyone looking to make a purchase.  However, this does spell trouble for those homeowners who have been holding out to […]

Buyers are often blindsided when they finally get to closing day and see exactly how much their closing costs will be on their new home.  Closing costs are not simply a small fee that is tacked on to the end of the process. They can range from two to seven percent of the purchase price […]

There is always a big debate on what renovations a homeowner should undertake if they are looking to sell their property.  Small renovations can make a huge difference in a house (and the overall home value), while others call for a major renovation as the way to go.  Every homeowner has to assess their own […]

The old lock and key locks are not always the best option for today’s homeowners.  With new technology, there are better options for locking a house. Smart security products are a new obsession for many homeowners that want to protect their investments inside the home.  There are a slew of options available, each with their […]

No one wants to spend an arm and a leg when they make a purchase.  That is no different when looking at buying a house. The asking prices on houses can vary drastically enough to make any home buyer’s head spin.   Even though some asking prices just seem outrageous, if the homeowner has done […]