Questions to Ask Your Home Mortgage Lender
If you are searching for a home, one of the first people you will talk to is a lender. The loan officer is the representative who will work with you to secure the loan for your home purchase, called a…
Spruce Up Your Home in the Winter
Winter is coming! If you are in most parts of the United States, it’s already here. Check out this list of ways to keep your home looking its best during the coldest part of the year. Take Care of Maintenance…
Using a Real Estate Agent to Rent a Home
Real estate agents are often associated with buying or selling a home. They are certainly great people to have on your team in these situations. But did you know that you can also use a real estate agent when you…
What You Need to Know about Property Taxes
Whether you are a first time homebuyer or a seasoned purchaser, you will still need to learn and understand your property taxes. Property Taxes Included in Mortgage Most mortgages have property taxes included in the monthly payment. The payment…
Why You Need to Know Your Property Lines
Understanding your property is an important step to being a responsible homeowner. This helps you know which parts of the lawn are your responsibility, makes filing an insurance claims in the future easier, and can contribute to a sense of…
What Does “In Escrow” Mean?
The term “in escrow” is one that is often heard during real estate transactions. When you buy a home or property, once your offer is accepted but before the transaction is actually completed, you are “in escrow.” This is a…
Benefits of Working with a Real Estate Agent
Are you getting ready to buy or sell a home? Working with a real estate professional can make the process easier and help you get the best deal. Working with an Agent as a Buyer If this is your first…
The Value of Hardscaping at Your Home
Curb appeal is one of the biggest factors when selling a home. Keeping the exterior of your home tidy and aesthetically pleasing can keep your neighborhood beautiful, encourage other homeowners to take pride in their homes, and attract more buyers…
What to expect after your offer is accepted
Did your offer get accepted? If so, congratulations! One of the first major items in the escrow process is the home inspection. Hopefully you took some time for yourself to have a quick celebration but with the escrow clock ticking…
Finding a home and making an offer
In earlier posts, we discussed finding the right lender and realtor. Now it is time to move on to the most exciting and sometimes nerve-racking part of the home-buying process. It is time to search for that home of your…
