Preparing your home for a virtual tour

Preparing your home for a virtual tour

Technology is helpful in so many areas of life, even real estate. Twenty years ago, if someonewere moving across the country, they’d have to wait to buy a house until they arrived to starttheir new life, or they’d have to buy a home without seeing it in person...

Say What? Home-Buying Lingo You Should Know

Say What? Home-Buying Lingo You Should Know

If you are a first time home buyer or even a repeat buyer, you quickly realize that real estate has a language all its own. Understanding some of the lingo can help you navigate the process a little easier. By learning a few critical terms, you will be in a better...

How to pay off your loan faster

How to pay off your loan faster

For generations, homeowners would buy a home for life. Working over the years to make the payments and celebrating the end of the 30-year mortgage were great milestones in the family. Today, few homebuyers expect to be in their home for longer than 7 years on average....

Maximizing Your Home Value

Maximizing Your Home Value

Are you ready to list your home for sale? One of the first questions you might have is, “how can I maximize my home value?” Every seller wants to get the best possible price for their home; fortunately there are ways to make sure your potential buyers see the true...

Foreclosures – What is a Foreclosed Property?

Foreclosures – What is a Foreclosed Property?

Unfortunately since the mortgage meltdown, foreclosed properties have become more common. Many home buyers see this as an opportunity to find a great home for a bargain price. While foreclosures can offer some nice discounts, understanding how foreclosures work and...