Blog

When it comes to finding out whether or not you qualify for a mortgage there are a lot of factors to take into consideration, from your credit history, to your annual income, the bank will go through your financial history with a fine tooth comb. One factor that does not impact whether or not you […]

It doesn’t come as a surprise that many people are worried about their savings potentially running out within the first decade of their retirement. This has left many, looking for various opportunities to increase their savings, or eliminate any unsecured debt they might have. One of the options many people are turning to is the […]

The home buying process can be stressful on everyone involved, and there are many things that can go wrong, costing you more money.  Here are some of the best ways to avoid running into the many potential problems you may face, and how to avoid home buying horrors. Visit the Neighborhood on Foot Obviously, no […]

When it comes to houses, bigger is not always better, especially if you’re an empty nester or you’re looking for a lifestyle change. If you’ve decided to downsize – for whatever reason – there are a lot of things you need to think about before you make a move. Address Your Needs Before you settle […]

It’s been said again and again – the only person who truly wins in a bidding war is the seller. Buyers who compete for a property and go over budget put themselves in a dangerous situation. But given the state of the current market, bidding wars might be here to stay, so if you get […]

While buying your first home is exciting, buying your first homeowners insurance policy isn’t nearly as much fun. New homeowners have all kinds of questions about what homeowner’s insurance covers and what it doesn’t, and understandably so. When shopping around for a policy to protect the biggest financial investment of your life, you want to […]

Congratulations on making the decision to buy or sell a home! It’s an exciting time. Whether you’re buying/selling for the first time or looking to flip one of countless properties that you’ve invested in, it’s good to remember who pays closing costs in this situation. It may seem like a minor part of the overall […]

So you’ve prepped your home cosmetically for sale in every imaginable way – fresh paint, a deep cleaning, new landscaping, decluttered closets and even organized the garage!  Your house looks better than it ever has, and you are ready to hit the market!  Before you proceed with the “For Sale” sign in the ground, there […]

There are a multitude of real estate investors out there who consider real estate wholesaling to be the ideal business for the short-term investor.  After all, you can have none or very little out-of-pocket capital and roll it over in weeks to a finished transaction with thousands or tens of thousands in profits. In truth, […]

For a lot of homeowners, especially those with kids, finding adequate storage is a huge factor when looking for a home. And, for those already settled, it is often among one of the most frustrating problems to deal with on a day-to-day basis. Storage is such a hot-button topic that it is generally among the […]