It is hard to believe but, yes, there is something quiet wonderful happening as a result of this depressing economy. Our tight budgets are forcing builders to rethink the size and functionality of new homes, and buyers are being forced to rethink their needs. Six years ago, when you were out there looking at many […]
Continue readingBeing the largest (or one of the largest) investment you’ll make, buying a home comes with a lot of pressure. There are many elements to getting this decision right making the whole things seem overwhelming and confusing. By breaking down choosing a home to the main variables and priorities, you can make it a little […]
Continue readingListing your home on the market for sale can be a list of hassles and annoyances – from the day you list to the day you close. But if you take a little bit of time and invest in getting yourself prepared, you’ll have fewer headaches. Do this right, and you’ll have buyers falling in […]
Continue readingMy clients often ask me, “is it a good time to buy / sell?” My reply is usually the same, “It depends on your needs.” Buying and selling homes is a major life decision first, and an investment second. Most often my advice to my clients is to follow their plans and do what they […]
Continue readingCan you believe that people still believe that buying a home is a great way to invest your money long term? Even in these economic conditions? A recent study shows that almost 9 out of 10 homeowners would buy the same home again! And 7 out of 10 Americans would tell a friend to buy […]
Continue readingWith interest rates so low, buying a home is more affordable, and more buyers are flooding the real estate market, making it a hotter market than you’d think. The problem is that there are many homes on the market, many of them languishing and sitting on the market forever. But there are several things you […]
Continue readingPrices are down, all the way down to the levels of 2002. Ouch! Despite this, nearly 90% of homeowner say they would still buy the same house they live in, according to the eighth quarterly “Allstate-National Journal Heartland Monitor Poll: The American Dream.” Isn’t it your time to get your slice of the American Pie? […]
Continue readingWith all the talk about the American Dream dying, it is good news to hear that some people are quite happy in their home. Actually, research shows that most are happy in their homes despite the drop in value in recent years. The eighth quarterly “Allstate-National Journal Heartland Monitor Poll: The American Dream” revealed great […]
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