For homeowners with mortgages, rising insurance premiums pose a unique and unavoidable challenge. Unlike those who own their homes outright,…
Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is a vital step in the homebuying process. While many buyers rely on online calculators…
When interviewing real estate agents to sell your home, asking the right questions is key to finding an agent who…
Recent policy changes made by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) have shifted the dynamics of buyer’s agent compensation, prompting…
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, known as VA, issued a policy change that now allows payment to buyer brokers…
In today’s fast-paced world, home automation is becoming increasingly popular among homeowners seeking to enhance convenience and reduce energy costs….
Pre-approval is a comprehensive process where the lender verifies the buyer’s financial information, including credit history, income, and assets. Pre-approval…
Traditionally in the U.S. housing market, the seller has offered the buyer’s broker and agent a share in the commission…
Last year, U.S. homeowners faced an average property tax bill exceeding $4,000, marking the highest increase in five years, according…
Congratulations on your offer being accepted! In many cases, you may have a provision in your sales contract for a…
There is a technique that has been attributed to Benjamin Franklin and used when faced with a decision. As the…
Beginning August 17, 2024, many agents will be required to enter into a written agreement with a buyer before touring…
Home insurance rates have increased by almost 20% nationally between 2021 and 2023 and even more in some states like…
In the 1980s, home buyers faced significantly higher mortgage rates compared to today’s market. Despite this challenge, many people successfully…
Online estimates like Zillow, realtor.com, Redfin, & Homes.com are convenient, but typically lack accuracy and may have a significant margin…