Original Post Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, there are a few things you should consider. Homeownership can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, builds your wealth, and serves as a hedge against inflation. If you’re ready to take advantage of the benefits of homeownership, let’s connect to explore your options. Free Buyer Guide Free Seller Guide 45Continue reading “Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting”
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4 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home
Original Post Are you planning to buy a home? Though things are more balanced than they were at the height of the pandemic, it’s still a sellers’ market. So, when you find the home you want to buy, remember these four tips to make your best offer. 1. Lean on a Real Estate Professional Rely on anContinue reading “4 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home”
How to Prevent Household and Yard Pests
Wildlife such as raccoons, squirrels, bats, and birds are part of nature and can be wonderful to observe. However, they can be troublesome and threaten our health and safety when these creatures invade our property and home. Unwelcome vermin can spread disease, cause structural damage, and inflict bodily injury to humans and pets. Here areContinue reading “How to Prevent Household and Yard Pests”
Foundation Cracks
Due to shifting soil, water issues, and normal settlement, most foundations will crack. There are different kinds of foundational cracks and varying causes. Once you understand the type of cracks you have and the underlying cause, you’ll be better able to repair them to protect your home. Vertical Cracks These run up and down yourContinue reading “Foundation Cracks”
2 Things Sellers Need To Know This Spring
Original Post A lot has changed over the past year, and you might be wondering what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you’re planning to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts are saying you should keep in mind. 1. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still Selling Houses thatContinue reading “2 Things Sellers Need To Know This Spring”
Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You?
Original Post During the pandemic, many of us reexamined the meaning of home for ourselves and our loved ones. Today, that can be seen in the recent rise in multigenerational households. According to Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Economic Research at the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “Multi-generational buying may be a home where families live in the sameContinue reading “Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You?”
Roof Exposure and why it matters
The direction the front of your home faces will determine the amount of sunlight it receives which has an impact on many elements of your home. There are four types of exposures: Southern, Northern, Eastern, and Western. One is not necessarily better than the other but there are advantages and disadvantages to all. Southern exposureContinue reading “Roof Exposure and why it matters”
Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?
Original Post You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. But before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on. A lot of the time, these reports are assuming things that aren’t realistic forContinue reading “Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?”
Megan Reeves with Pacesetter Homes
In this episode, I speak with Megan Reeves about new construction homes and the difference between a resell and a new build. Megan grew up in Real Estate, but started working in new home construction in 2014. She’s worked for a handful of different builders, but has been working for Pacesetter Homes since mid-2020 andContinue reading “Megan Reeves with Pacesetter Homes”
Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners
Original Post Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates. How Equity Has Grown in Recent Years Because ofContinue reading “Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners”