In the rush and excitement of buying a new home, dealing with the financing, going to the closing table, and celebrating the achievement, many forget to adequately plan the actual physical move of their families and belongings.
Here are a few... (Read More)
Surprises can be fun, but not when they’re related to your credit. If you’re applying for a mortgage loan, a lender will pull your credit report—do you know what he or she will find?
Make sure there aren’t any surprises on your credit... (Read More)
Modern studies of home buyers constantly put energy efficiency at the top of the list of desirable features in today's new homes. New home construction firms report that their buyers are clamoring for more energy-efficient homes certified through... (Read More)
According to a recent Consumer Expenditure Survey conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the National Association of Home Builders, home buying typically generates a wave of activity as people who purchase homes spend money on... (Read More)
Visiting open houses in your dream neighborhood is a fun way to spend your weekends, but it won’t get you closer to your goal of buying property. When you’re serious about purchasing your first home, you need to know how much money you’ll have... (Read More)
If you have been involved in selling a home, you may have heard of the term "content marketing." But what exactly does that mean? According to the Content Marketing Institute, it is defined as the "technique of creating and distributing valuable... (Read More)
Congratulations! Your home has a buyer, and you are now under contract. If your buyer is securing a mortgage, the lending company will require an appraisal of the property in order to proceed. The National Association of Realtors defines an... (Read More)
A majority of home shoppers say they prefer a home site and neighborhood with abundant trees. But along with the beauty and shade provided by trees come potential problems, such as broken tree limbs landing on your car. Before you purchase that... (Read More)
When it comes to finding the best place for you and your family to live, safety should always be a priority. |
If you're trying to decide between living in the city or the country, you might be curious as to which is safer. It might seem logical... (Read More)