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Things to Look for When Buying a House
People always come to me and ask “What should I know about buying a house?” or “What if I’m a first-time home buyer?” or “What should I look for when buying a house?”. So, I thought I’d put pen to paper and share my experiences with everyone. Whenever I first meet...
Best Places to Live in Summit County | A Complete Guide
Colorado is one of the fastest-growing states in the nation, and who could blame the people moving here? The Centennial State is filled with endless outdoor activities, stunning natural beauty, and a thriving culture. Not all of Colorado is created equal, though....
Buying a house for sale by owner
Many buyers don’t set out to purchase a home that is listed as for sale by owner. After all, only 8% of the homes sold in 2021 were listed as for sale by owner. But, it’s common to come across FSBO homes during your search. And if you choose to make an offer there are...
Selling Your Home Without a Real Estate Agent
Selling your home without a real estate agent can be exciting, but the process can also be stressful and time consuming. A For Sale By Owner (FSBO) seller must commit to not only getting their home ready to sell but also marketing their home until they find a...
How Real Commissions Impact Home Equity
In 2021, 92% of people selling a home used a real estate agent. Real estate agents can make the process of selling a home more transparent and less overwhelming. But at what cost? Licensed agents earn a real estate commission for selling your home. The traditional...
What Does Escrow Mean and How Does It Work in Real Estate?
During a transaction that requires a substantial amount of money, like a real estate purchase, it's essential to trust the person on the other side of the deal. The concept of escrow can help minimize risk during these large transactions and allow buyers and sellers...
Contingent vs Under Contract: What’s the Difference?
Odds are if you’re in the market to buy a house you’ve seen the terms contingent and under contract. But how do you differentiate contingent vs under contract aside from simply reading what the sign or online real estate listing says? For homeowners selling their...
Assessed Vs Market Value: What’s The Difference?
The assessed value versus the market value of a home are often very different leading to confusion among homeowners. They are viewed as something that should be similar but in reality, they are very different from each other. Usually, the assessed value of a home is...
Seattle Housing Market: January 2022
The month of December followed seasonal trends for this time of year with inventory hitting an all time low for 2021. While there are still buyers in the market competing for the available listings, most buyers who are able have paused their search until after the...
Raleigh Housing Market: January 2022
The month of December followed seasonal trends for this time of year with inventory hitting an all time low for 2021. While there are still buyers in the market competing for the available listings, most buyers who are able have paused their search until after the...
Phoenix Housing Market: January 2022
The month of December followed seasonal trends for this time of year with inventory hitting an all time low for 2021. While there are still buyers in the market competing for the available listings, most buyers who are able have paused their search until after the...
Denver Housing Market: January 2022
The month of December followed seasonal trends for this time of year with inventory hitting an all time low for 2021. While there are still buyers in the market competing for the available listings, most buyers who are able have paused their search until after the...
Charleston Housing Market: January 2022
The month of December followed seasonal trends for this time of year with inventory hitting an all time low for 2021. While there are still buyers in the market competing for the available listings, most buyers who are able have paused their search until after the...
Atlanta Housing Market: January 2022
The month of December followed seasonal trends for this time of year with inventory hitting an all time low for 2021. While there are still buyers in the market competing for the available listings, most buyers who are able have paused their search until after the...
What Are Real Estate Taxes? Start Here
Home ownership comes with a variety of expenses, HOA dues and utilities are two of the obvious ones. But often, real estate taxes are an expense many home buyers forget about. If you’re asking the question - what are real estate taxes? Then this post is for you. ...
Should I Move to Denver?
Maybe a better question is, why shouldn’t you move to Denver, Colorado? It’s a beautiful city with 300 days of sunshine a year, close proximity to the Rocky Mountains, a healthy, fit populace, legal recreational marijuana, and a great job market for young...
What Fixes are Mandatory in a Home Inspection?
One of the most important things you can do when you’re buying a home is getting a home inspection. And if you’re the seller, a home inspection can be one of the scariest things, since this might give you a few surprises. But when you sell your home, it’s always best...
Finding the Right Relocation Specialist Realtor
Moving is stressful to begin with. But add moving across the country, or to an area you’re unfamiliar with and the moving process gets overwhelming fast. When you move to a new area, whether for work or pleasure, a relocation specialist realtor helps make the process...
The Best Places To Live in Tucson | A Complete Guide
Relocating to a new city can be overwhelming, with a significant challenge being buying a home in unfamiliar territory. So, we're outlining the best places to live in Tucson to help you choose which is ideal for you. Tucson, Arizona, has a population of 1.5 million....
Best Time to Buy a House in Charleston
Historic neighborhoods, beautiful beaches, a variety of incredible restaurants. There is a reason Charleston South Carolina has consistently been named a top vacation destination, and ranked high for places to relocate permanently. But when is considered the best time...
What is Due Diligence in Real Estate?
If you’re getting ready to buy a home, you’ll want to do your homework. Not all homes are the same. New construction, foreclosure, short sale, or traditional sales, they’re all different. So it’s important to exercise due diligence in your real estate hunt. A SWOT...
How to Sell a House for Cash: A Complete Guide
Chances are you’ve seen one of those signs or billboards that reads “we’ll buy your house for cash!”. Real estate investing is becoming increasingly popular, with small to large investors buying homes for cash across the country. But, selling to an investor isn’t the...
What Mortgage Programs Exist to Help Minorities?
Over the course of history, mortgage lenders have unfortunately been guilty of denying equal rights to minorities at times. This practice in mortgage lending is known as “redlining.” While redlining has been labeled as illegal, these practices often still have a...
6 Questions to Ask a Property Manager
Investing in real estate is becoming an increasingly popular method to build wealth. There are a variety of ways to invest in real estate, and a multitude of property types and strategies to consider. But, ultimately, in real estate investing it's essential to build a...
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