Homeownership TopicsJanuary 21, 2019Home styles tour: 15 of the most popular types of homes in the US for 2019What's your ideal home style? Tour these 15 popular types of homes and see which appeal to you the most.
Homeownership TopicsJanuary 3, 2019Trending home styles for 2019: Ranch homes, cottages, Mediterranean and moreIt's a new year, and if you're buying or renovated and want the latest and greatest, consider incorporating some of these popular home styles for 2019 into your home design or decor.
Real EstateDecember 18, 2018Real estate strategy: How to win at real life MonopolyPart of a winning real estate strategy is the smart use of mortgage financing. This leverage allows you to control more rental real estate and acquire wealth.
Real EstateDecember 17, 2018House flipping hits new low; why that’s good for today’s buyersRecent research shows that house flipping activity slowed to a 6.5 year low. That's good news for today's buyers, who have been shut out by low inventories and competition from investors.
Real EstateDecember 16, 2018Good news for home buyers: It’s a buyer’s marketIf you've been looking for a home to buy, you have probably been frustrated by the tight seller's market. But the tide is turning and now it's a buyer's market in many parts of the country.
Real EstateDecember 14, 2018$2 million home: Would you choose an exclusive ZIP Code or a luxury estate? [Video]What does the right ZIP Code cost? In this case, a cool $2 million. That gets you a 70-year-old one-story home with a basement. But travel just a few miles away, and it's shocking what that same budget can buy.
Real EstateDecember 9, 2018Selling a home: When to accept a lower priceWhen deciding when to accept a lower price, take a good hard look at your market, your situation and your property's desirability.
Real EstateDecember 8, 2018The home closing process for sellersYour guide to buying a home and being ready for your closing, including "What to Bring" and why you should never bring a personal check to a settlement.
Real EstateDecember 7, 2018What $1 million gets you in the city vs 20 miles away [Video]One million dollars. In some markets, that's a lot of money. In others, it only gets you a typical home. What would you buy with $1 million?
Homeownership TopicsDecember 7, 20185 home interior design trends for 2019Here's what's on the style horizon for 2019: Get ready for a pop of color, big statements, bold kitchens, floral patterns, and eco-friendly accents. Let’s look at what interior designers and homeowners will be doing to their homes next year.
Real EstateDecember 6, 2018Selling a home: How to get the most moneySelling a home can be stressful. Follow these tips to get the most money and minimize your time on the market.
Real EstateDecember 1, 2018Buy or rent? Further proof that it’s better to buy a home than rent todayBuy or rent a home? Today's research indicates that homebuyers enjoy more financial security than renters.
Real EstateNovember 15, 20182019 Real estate market forecast: Power shifts to buyersWhat do the experts say we can expect from real estate in 2019?
Real EstateNovember 8, 2018What if I my buyer’s mortgage does not go through?What can go wrong with the buyer's mortgage? Almost anything, so make sure your prospect is mortgage-approved and keeps to the timeline specified in the contract.
Real EstateNovember 5, 2018Here’s how much it costs to sell a homeWhat are the costs to sell a home? It depends, but some costs are more typical than others. Don't want to pay them? That's part of your negotiation.
Real EstateNovember 3, 2018Home selling: What can go wrong with the buyer’s mortgage?What can go wrong with the buyer's mortgage? Almost anything, so make sure your prospect is mortgage-approved and keeps to the timeline specified in the contract.
Real EstateOctober 28, 2018What happens after I accept the buyer’s offer?You've had your home on the market and you have decided to accept the buyer's offer. But what happens next?