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Posted on 01/19/2020

A Pre-Approval Checklist for First-Time Homeowners

Image by Precondo CA from Unsplash Buying your first home can be stressful enough without worrying about whether or not your mortgage loan pre-approval is going to go through. You may not be prepared for the mountains of paperwork that you'll need to submit before a lender gives you the thumbs' up. That's why it's such a good...

Mortgage

Buying Your First Home

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Posted on 01/12/2020

The Five Hottest U.S. Markets for Luxury Homes

Photo by Daniel Salcius on Unsplash If you're looking for that second home in the vacation paradise of your dreams, these five locations have just turned the corner from luxury sellers' market to luxury buyers' market: Maui, Hawaii Tennis clubs, golf resorts and views of white sand beaches and pristine blue water top the reasons why Maui has...

Market Trends

Luxury

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Posted on 01/05/2020

Deciding Whether You're Ready to Own a Home

If you're renting a nice house, condo, or apartment, there's a good chance your monthly rent check is almost as much as a mortgage payment. Perhaps you've realized this and have been asking yourself why you're contributing to someone else's nest egg, instead of your own! If that sounds familiar, you may be ready to take the plunge into...

Home Ownership

Hints For First Time Buyers

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Posted on 12/29/2019

Insurance Coverage for Your Home

Image by Brasil Creativo from Shutterstock If this is your first time owning a home, your mind is likely consumed with plans to replace the carpet or upgrade the appliances. You want to get the best deals and save money where you can. One area not to skimp, though, is in your homeowner's insurance. The last thing you...

Home Insurance

Insurance Buying Tips

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Posted on 12/22/2019

Setting the Fair Market Value

Image by Andrey Popov from Shutterstock The term "fair market value" is the price at which an interested but not desperate buyer is willing to buy and a motivated but not distressed seller is willing to sell on the open market in your location. The set value depends on recently sold similar-sized homes with like amenities, upgrades, and...

Market Value

Home Seller

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Posted on 12/15/2019

Tips For Making a Good Impression on Home Buyers

If your house is already on the market, you're probably familiar with the hectic process of getting it in presentable condition for the next showing. Since there are so many things to remember, it can be helpful to create a "pre-showing checklist" you can refer to whenever you need it. Your reliance on the list will probably diminish over...

Mistakes To Avoid When Selling Your Home

Having Your House Ready To Sell

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Posted on 12/08/2019

Reasons to Prepare Questions Before an Open House

An open house is a big deal, particularly for a homebuyer who is intent on finding his or her dream residence as quickly as possible. If you plan ahead for an open house, you can make the most of this event. Ultimately, there are many reasons for a homebuyer to craft a list of questions prior to an open...

Open House

Open House Preparation

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Posted on 12/01/2019

3 Questions to Ask During the Homebuying Process

The homebuying process sometimes can be tough to navigate. Fortunately, we're here to help you achieve the optimal results throughout the homebuying cycle. Now, let's take a look at three questions that every homebuyer needs to consider as he or she pursues a home: 1. What is my "dream home" definition? If you know what you want to find...

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 11/24/2019

Guidelines for Finding the House of Your Dreams

Finding the house of your dreams is a process that requires a lot of clarity, diligence, and patience. While it is possible for the first house you look at to be the ideal choice, it's a lot more likely you'll have to look at a dozen or more houses before finding the one that matches your requirements and...

Finding Your Dream Home

Buying A Home

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Posted on 11/17/2019

How Should You Approach a Home Selling Challenge?

If you encounter home selling challenges, there is no need to worry. In fact, if you know how to approach potential house selling hurdles, you may be better equipped than others to enjoy a seamless property selling experience. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you hone your approach to home selling challenges. 1. Remain Calm...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 11/10/2019

How to Get Started With Meal Prep

What steps does it take to plan and execute a make-ahead meal plan? You need a desire to take on a big project. Along with planning what meal recipes you will use you will need to prepare for the grocery shopping trip. You will need a prepping and cooking game plan for the day you put these meals...

Family Fun

How To

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Posted on 11/03/2019

Is Your House Worth More Than You Originally Paid for It?

If you intend to list your residence in the near future, you might believe your house is worth more than you originally paid for it. However, there are many factors that impact a house's value, and these factors include: 1. The Current State of the Real Estate Market The housing market can vary from city to city, town to...

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