There is no doubt first homes hold sentimental value. After all, they may be the place where you first moved in as a couple. Your first home may have been the result of your first big promotion at work. Your firstborn may have taken his or her first... (Read More)
Are you looking to renovate current parts of your home or even add on an extension because your family is growing? Or are you thinking of purchasing a home that will need renovation? Three prominent reasons to make changes in a home... (Read More)
As it gets easier to research the real estate market on the Internet, taking a "do-it-yourself" approach to buying a home may seem tempting.
But consider this: The fact that there is more information about real estate than ever online doesn't... (Read More)
When purchasing a home, your mortgage prequalification is based on your current financial situation. In the period between being prequalified and closing on your home loan, you don't want your financial situation to change much. Luckily, many of the... (Read More)
Have a little one in your house? You've likely did your fair share of child proofing in every room of your home. Unfortunately, there are a number of hazards in homes today that many parents do not realize pose a safety threat. What should you look... (Read More)
Embarking on your journey to homeownership can be exciting, thrilling, and occasionally challenging. As a first-time homebuyer, it's crucial to prepare adequately for the adventure ahead.
Before you start looking at home, it's important to do... (Read More)
One of the biggest decisions of your life is when you decide to buy a house rather than rent one. You may have rented for several years because it just made sense. However, now you may be wondering if it's the right time to buy.
The decision to... (Read More)
House hunting more often resembles a marathon than a sprint. On occasion, the house of your dreams may just fall into your lap. But that isn't the norm. A few years ago, according to data from the National Association of Realtors, the typical home... (Read More)
Thinking of buying your first home or one that better suits you and your family? Here are three important steps in the home-buying process you don't want to skip:
Get a mortgage pre-approval. Nearly nine out of every 10 buyers finance their home... (Read More)