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Buying Land Vs. Homes

Property is an asset anyone would want to have. This can be land or a house and lot. Owning either of these is the end goal for people. By doing so, you will have a liquid asset and can start living rent-free. But what is better, buying an empty lot, or an already built home? […]
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Features To Never Touch When Renovating Your Home

No matter what type of renovation project you’ve got planned, it’s smart to put down the hammer when it comes to removing, painting over, or otherwise altering certain features. Sure, the feature might look like an eyesore at first glance, but with some work, it could end up adding character, charm, and make it unique. […]
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The Guide to Closing Costs

The costs involved in buying and selling a home are often negotiable as part of the real estate deal. For example, a buyer may be willing to offer the full asking price, as long as the seller is willing to cover the cost of a home inspection and deed transfer tax. Who pays certain fees? […]
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How Much Down Payment Do You Need for a House?

Before you start shopping for a home, you need to know what you can afford – and a big part of that depends on how much you can afford as a down payment. But how much down payment do you need to be able to afford the house you want? The answer isn’t the same for […]

Community Buying Land Vs. Homes Property is an asset anyone would want to have. This can be land or a house and lot. Owning either of these is the end goal for people. By doing so, you will have a liquid asset and can start living rent-free. But what is better, buying an empty lot, or an already built home? […]

Budget Features To Never Touch When Renovating Your Home No matter what type of renovation project you’ve got planned, it’s smart to put down the hammer when it comes to removing, painting over, or otherwise altering certain features. Sure, the feature might look like an eyesore at first glance, but with some work, it could end up adding character, charm, and make it unique. […]

Budget The Guide to Closing Costs The costs involved in buying and selling a home are often negotiable as part of the real estate deal. For example, a buyer may be willing to offer the full asking price, as long as the seller is willing to cover the cost of a home inspection and deed transfer tax. Who pays certain fees? […]

Budget How Much Down Payment Do You Need for a House? Before you start shopping for a home, you need to know what you can afford – and a big part of that depends on how much you can afford as a down payment. But how much down payment do you need to be able to afford the house you want? The answer isn’t the same for […]

Budget Ask Yourself These Questions Before Purchasing Your Home No matter how many HGTV shows you watch about flipping old houses that have happy endings, reality isn’t always as kind. Regardless of when the home was built and its current condition, if you find yourself in a situation where you’re getting ready to make an offer, ask yourself these questions first to make sure […]

Agent News Moving and Packing Tips Part 2 Here is Part two of Moving and Packing Tips. Pack a “first day” box with items you will need right away (dogs and cats included, hahaha….) FIRST DAY BOX: scissors utility knife local phone book coffee cups teakettle instant coffee or tea, soft drinks pencil and paper soap bath towels trash bags shelf […]

Agent News Moving and Packing Tips The process of moving is long and complex. Being organized, knowing what needs to be done, and tackling tasks efficiently can make your move significantly less stressful. We have some moving and packing tips for you and a detailed list to keep you on task and help make your move successful. SIX TO EIGHT […]

Agent News The Do’s and Don’ts after applying for a Mortgage by Chasity Rodriguez Once you’ve found the right home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. You’re undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new place, but before you make any large purchases, move your money around, or make any major life […]

Agent News How to Make Moving With Your Cat or Dog a Success blog post by Chasity Rodriguez IN A TIME DEFINED IN many ways by the coronavirus pandemic, everyday life is affected constantly as we adapt to changing circumstances. One of the many effects of the pandemic is that more and more people are buying or adopting pets, sometimes referred to as “pandemic puppies,” than ever before. Simultaneously, […]

Budget How to Winterize Your Home Checklist by Chasity Rodriguez Make sure your home is safeguarded against subfreezing temperatures. Our checklist will help you ensure you’re prepared. Protect Your Pipes Depending on the region of the United States you’re in, you’ll need to protect your pipes from bursting this winter. Frozen Pipes: Prevention and Repair Time to Weatherproof Weather […]

Agent News Why This Winter’s ‘Slow’ Home-Selling Season May Be Hotter Than Ever Winter is traditionally real estate’s slow season. Between the cold weather and the holidays, the housing market typically plunges into a hibernation of sorts, with both buyers and sellers shelving any major real estate moves until spring. This winter’s real estate market, however, is shaping up to be unlike any other before it—and, contrary to […]

Budget Everything You Need to Know About HOAs If you have been shopping for a new home recently, you might have realized that more and more communities have an HOA, and therefore have HOA fees. If you buy a home within an HOA, you have to join it, no matter what. So what is an HOA and are they really […]

Agent News Your July Reading List Looking for Something to Read this Summer? These are my reading picks to enjoy reading through July. I hope you enjoy them along with other reading options through Sno-Isle Libraries which is offering contact-free pick up and return of physical library materials. All online services and resources continue to be available. No in-library […]

Agent News Get The Most Out Of Your Furniture 10 Basic Rules for a pull together look in any room of your home There are so many ways to fill a room but where do you start? I’ve complied 10 simple tips to help you pull together any room whether its filled with furniture or not. These tips will help determine where to […]

Agent News Ways to Stretch Your Unemployment Benefits By Maryalene LaPonsie, Contributor, May 20, 2020 If you’ve been laid off, here’s how to make your money last: Even if unemployment benefits can cover bills right now, workers should prepare to make changes to their budget and their lifestyle. MORE THAN 36 MILLION Americans have filed for unemployment benefits since mid-March. While the government is providing a […]

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