What are the costs of selling a home?
Because real estate tends to appreciate, selling a house usually means you can expect a healthy profit — perhaps some of which will go toward your next home purchase — but don’t forget about the expenses of selling. You’ll likely incur costs before listing your property, while it’s on the market and at closing. Are […]
Your Guide to Financing a Home Purchase
If you’re a first-time buyer who’s never financed a home before, the process can seem pretty daunting. You might discover a lot of options, which could make you feel overwhelmed as you get started. Fortunately, we can work together (along with your loan officer) to make it less complicated. We’ll be there with you every […]
Update Your Bedroom for Better Sleep
Getting good, consistent sleep is important to your health, mood and overall productivity. But achieving quality sleep is often easier said than done. Do you have trouble sleeping? It’s possible that making some changes to your bedroom could help you achieve a more restful slumber. Here are five updates you can make to your room […]
How to Keep Your Home Purchase on Track
Buying a house can be a complex and lengthy process. Sometimes, a hiccup in one part of the chain can delay the entire purchase. And while you can only control so much, there are some steps you can take to help prevent this from happening on your homebuying journey. If you’re preparing to buy a […]
Hire a Pro for These 4 Home Projects
When it comes to home repairs and renovations, doing it yourself can be tempting. After all, it could save you money and you won’t have to vet contractors or deal with strangers in your house. Plus, showing off a project you completed can give you bragging rights. It’s not always the right move, though. It […]
4 Considerations for an Inherited Home
Inheriting a property from a loved one can bring with it a lot of complicated emotions and decisions. Do you keep it in the family or sell it? If you choose the latter, there are a number of factors to consider before moving forward. If the property is in probate, there will be […]
How should you pay for home repairs?
Every homeowner needs to make repairs (or renovate) at some point. Maybe a storm blew down part of your fence, or maybe you want to upgrade your kitchen countertops. No matter what home improvements you’re going to make, you’ll need the money to cover it. And, while credit cards or personal loans could be an […]
3 Reasons to Take Photos of Your Home
When you moved into your home, you probably took lots of photos. It’s fun sharing pictures of a new space with people in your life and on social media. Once you’ve lived there for a while, though, you likely take photos less frequently (or stop taking them altogether). But it turns out that taking photos […]
Explore Decades of Home Design Trends
As the saying goes: “Everything old is new again.” This is particularly true when it comes to style trends, including home design. The looks of the past can provide endless inspiration for homes today, and you don’t have to choose just one era or approach. You can mix and match trends from multiple decades and […]
Mortgage Prepayment: What to Consider
Paying off your mortgage early could save you money on interest paid over the life of the loan. It can also free up money to put toward other goals, like saving for retirement. Despite these perks, though, prepaying a mortgage isn’t right for everyone, and there may be some downsides to this strategy. Are you […]