One of the best things any buyer or seller can do to kickstart their real estate adventure is meet with multiple different agents and choose the one that feels like the best fit for that client. To get a better concept of how you can better identify a stellar agent, let’s look at 5 characteristics … Continued
A great first impression is one of the keys to selling a house. Curb appeal creates that first impression because the exterior of the house and the lawn are the first things prospective buyers see when they pull up for a viewing. If your curb appeal isn’t great, then buyers won’t want to go inside … Continued
Many aspiring homeowners throw in the towel too early. They believe that if they can’t qualify for a conventional, USDA, or VA loan, then their dream of owning their own home is over. But that’s not necessarily the case. There are still FHA loans, which have more lenient credit requirements, along with a fairly low … Continued
Any successful undertaking begins with taking the necessary preparatory steps, doing first things first. And this is certainly the case if you want to sell your house fast. Some things you can do are vitally important, and others not so much. So you need to know what you should do to get your house ready … Continued
When you think of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), you probably think of food safety and meat-processing plant inspections. But did you know the USDA is also in the business of home loans? Yep, the USDA also has as its mission to help families in rural areas become homeowners in order to create … Continued
Anyone planning to sell a home would be well served by making an effort to incorporate at least some of what’s trending in design. The appearance of your home can not only make it more appealing to potential buyers but also make it sell quicker and for more. The interior design features that help a … Continued
Many potential home buyers tend to shy away from conventional loans because they think the requirements are too tough. But the truth is conventional loans are more accessible than many people realize. In addition, conventional mortgages no longer require the 20% down payment that they once did. So let’s dig in and see if a … Continued
Home sellers dream of an easy, stress-free sale that involves nothing more than listing, accepting an offer, and then closing. During the past couple of years, things have been almost that easy for sellers because inventory has been extremely low and buyer demand has been very high. But the real estate market is beginning to … Continued
Are you an active-duty service member or veteran considering buying a house? That’s good news because you may be eligible for a VA loan – a loan with significant benefits that are hard to beat. You can get lenient credit requirements, and you won’t have to make a down payment or pay for PMI. So … Continued
If you’re selling your home, you may be tempted, like many other sellers, to go the for-sale-by-owner (FSBO) route in order to avoid paying that irksome agent commission. But you might want to think again before you take that step. But the simple fact is that most sellers who work with an agent sell for … Continued