You know that first impressions are everything in real estate. So you've cleared the clutter and cleaned your home from top to bottom. What else can you do to attract as many home buyers as possible? Here are a few ideas for making your home more... (Read More)
Have you heard the news? Mortgage rates are hovering at their lowest levels ever, providing a unique opportunity for many to buy a home.
Mortgage rates have varied widely over the past several decades. In the early 1970s, for example, mortgage... (Read More)
When you walk into your house, does it feel like autumn? If not, it may be time to spice it up a bit. Get creative and bring fall festivity into your living space.
Start off by decorating your porch and/or the area by your front door. Give it a... (Read More)
Congratulations, you've made the decision to start shopping for a new home. You've likely thought of a few people to contact for help along the way. Realtor? Check. Loan officer? Check. But what about your insurance agent? They're a critical player... (Read More)
We all know we should be using strong passwords to protect ourselves when we're online. But studies show that many of us are still using passwords like '123456.' That was the most-used password nationwide last year, followed by 'password,'... (Read More)
Moving into a new home? If you have children, it's a great time to make sure your home is safe for the smallest members of your household. Every 30 minutes a child in the United States is injured as a result of a TV or furniture tip-over incident... (Read More)
There's nothing like moving — whether it's across town or across the country — to make you realize just how much stuff you have! When moving, you're likely to let some things go, but probably also add some new appliances, furniture and other... (Read More)
The appraisal is an important part of the home buying process. But what happens if an appraisal comes up short of the agreed-upon selling price?
Here's an example: A home is listed for sale at $350,000. It's a multiple bidding situation, so you... (Read More)
When financing a home, you have a lot of choices, including the term of your loan. It's estimated that 80 percent of all home buyers elect to take out 30-year fixed-rate home loans. It's a popular option because of the low monthly payments.
Less... (Read More)