An interesting homeownership cycle begins with a starter home and progresses to larger and smaller homes throughout a person’s lifetime. Within a few years after purchasing their initial home, they might move up to a little larger house. The reasons could be that they simply want a larger home and can afford it, or their […]

Some homeowners who could not afford to make their mortgage payments this past year have been relieved to find out that their mortgage servicer or lender allowed them to pause or possibly, reduce their payments for a limited period. While it does relieve the financial pressure, it is a temporary remedy. About 2/3 of the […]

Key Takeaways: When it comes to selling your home, supporting local businesses is one of the most profitable decisions you can make.  Local businesses love to give back to their communities, which can increase your home’s value over time.  We’ve worked with the most reputable businesses around—contact us today, and we’ll pass along our professional […]

Even in the current, low inventory housing market, sellers are resisting the urge to sell it themselves and still seeking the help of a real estate professional. It may be more important than ever and there is too much at stake to risk going it alone. The number of people attempting to sell on their […]

Ask any real estate agent and they will tell you a similar sad story. The seller, whose home just hit the market, received an offer which was less than the list price, but felt secure their home would sell quickly and countered for more. For whatever reason, the buyer did not continue to negotiate and […]

Key Takeaways: If you’re thinking about buying a home, it’s important to choose the right neighborhood, especially if you care about resale value. Certain neighborhood features can increase your home value—and make you feel right at home in your new community.  When it comes to your home search, we have some features to keep in […]