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Purchasing your first home is a big step, that comes with some very serious decisions. Many homebuyers are intimidated by the process, and continue renting much longer than they should, or need to. However, if you break the homebuying process down into these simple steps, and follow these important tips, you will find the process less intimidating, and much more manageable. 1) Before You Begin, Ask Yourself One Question Will you live in your next home for at least 3 years? If the answer is â€... Read Full Post

Your home loan is almost as important as the home you choose. Small changes on paper – ½% here, ½% there – can mean BIG changes to your monthly payment, and thousands of dollars over the lifetime of your loan. Today, it seems as though there are thousands of mortgage brokers & lenders in every market – and there are! Unless your brother, sister, Dad, or best friend are a mortgage broker (and sometimes even when they are) your lender might not always be the most competent, or have ... Read Full Post

Everyone loves to update their homes, and if you live in an older home in an appreciating neighborhood, it can be a fantastic investment. There are some pitfalls to avoid, which can cost a homeowner quite a bit of money because of no return on investment. However, it’s better to focus on what TO do and stay the course. 1) Raise the Roof!!! Not literally, but gut the attic, and raise the ceiling in, at least, the living room. Older homes typically have 8 foot ceilings, and it’s one of the ... Read Full Post

Everywhere you look, there are advertisements for Real Estate, and for Real Estate Agents. We’re everywhere! The reason is pretty simple: It’s not extremely difficult to get your real estate license, a college degree is not required, and the income potential is pretty high. Unfortunately, this means that there are a lot of BAD Real Estate Agents out there. The BEST way to find a good professional – in any industry – is to ask for a referral from a trusted friend or colleague. This doe... Read Full Post