With high home prices, more buyers may turn to Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans in the coming year. These government-backed…
Each year, homeowners receive a notification of their property tax assessment, which, when combined with the local tax rate, determines…
Opportunity cost is the value of the next best alternative that you give up when making a decision. In real…
The real estate landscape is shifting, with new practices like mandatory buyer’s agreements becoming the norm. While these agreements aim…
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…