July 31, 2020 In June, the number of first-time homebuyers accounted for 35% of the existing homes sold, a trend that’s been building steadily throughout the year. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “The share of first-time buyers increased in March through June—right into the heart of the pandemic period and the surge in unemployment—and is … Read More
7 QUESTIONS YOU MUST ASK BEFORE YOU HIRE A HOME INSPECTOR
A home inspection is a buyer’s way to test drive the condition of a home before signing off on the final paperwork. Think of a home inspection like a Carfax report on the house, but in real time. It’s the chance for a buyer to hire someone on their behalf to go through each section of the home with a … Read More
6 STEPS TO BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME
Buying your home can be exciting and nerve-racking all at the same time. With a little planning and preparation, rest assured you can walk through this process confidently. I have put together a quick checklist (mini guide) to help you with this process. These 6 steps will prepare you with what’s needed to make your first real estate transaction smart, … Read More
BUYING A HOME IN A SELLER’S MARKET
This is it. You’ve decided that you are finally ready to pull the trigger on the biggest investment you will make in life. After all the financial analyzing and curious conversations with other homeowners, you are READY to purchase a home! There is only one thing that stops you in your tracks. You find out your are buying in a … Read More