First-Time Buyer Home Insurance Explained Are you looking for home insurance for your first home purchase? For first-time home buyers, navigating the homeowner’s insurance landscape can feel overwhelming, but protecting your new investment is crucial. As a first-time home buyer, you will be presented with the option of buying home insurance to protect your investment. […]
What to Ask About HOA Fees Before You Buy
Are you considering purchasing a home or condo within a homeowners association? If so, one of the first things you should research is the HOA fees. Homeowners Association (HOA) fees are more than just a monthly bill for those in specific communities. These dues are investments in the community’s upkeep and future. Primarily, these fees […]
The Process of Closing on a House Step By Step
One of the goals of most folks is homeownership. Understanding the house closing process is essential for a first-time buyer. The more you know about the steps for closing on a house, the less likely you’ll make mistakes. When you are preparing, it can feel like you are near the end of the buying process. […]
How to Stop Deer From Eating Your Landscaping Including Plants and Flowers
Over the years, one of the questions prospective sellers have asked me is how do I stop deer from eating my plants? People ask, of course, because they want their yard to look its best. Although they can be beautiful, deer can be surprisingly destructive to your landscape. Considering how much time and money goes […]
Why Does a Realtor List a House They Know is Priced Too High?
Over the years, some people have asked me why real estate agents take overpriced listings. If you are not working in the industry, it is probably hard to figure out why anyone would consider this an intelligent practice. This is one of the dirty little secrets within the business. A surprising number of real estate […]
How to Use Google This Street Address Sign Riders For Real Estate
Have you seen a “Google this address” sign rider on a local real estate sign? One of the first things that may come to mind reading the title “Google this address“ is why you would need or want to do that. The answer is easy if you are in the market to buy a new […]
Will A Prayer to St. Joseph Help Sell My Home?
Are you wondering about using a St Joseph prayer to sell a house? Does it work? Will St Joseph intervene through his divine wisdom and help you land a sold sign on your property? In the mosaic of human experiences, selling a home is more than a financial transaction. It’s a rite of passage marked […]
Are Holiday House Sales a Good Idea?
Holiday Home Sales One of the questions that real estate agents often get from homeowners is, “Should I sell my home during the holidays”? They will decide whether waiting until after the New Year or during springtime is better. There are certainly good and bad months to sell a house. While everyone’s circumstances differ, I […]
What Does it Mean When a House is Under Contract?
When you set out to purchase a home, you’re likely to find properties “under contract” on a real estate listing. Houses under contract mean an offer has been accepted, but the sale isn’t finalized. This stage occurs after both parties agree on a price and sign a formal agreement outlining the terms of the sale […]
How to Sue a Mover to Resolve Moving Disputes
What should you do if you have a dispute with your mover? Will you need to sue them? If you do need to sue, how will that work? Part of avoiding a dispute with a mover is understanding some common issues to prevent these things from happening. Nobody wants to get into a lawsuit if […]