Finding the perfect home can be a tedious task. It’s easy to focus on items that are “must haves,” but in order to effectively eliminate homes from your list, it’s worthwhile to recognize items on your “do not want” list. Some of the things that you “do not want,” may be equally as important as…
Wouldn’t it be nice if somebody else paid part of your mortgage payment every month? Or perhaps, wouldn’t it be nice if somebody paid your whole mortgage? There are a few ways you can supplement your monthly mortgage with new found income from your real estate. The first and easiest way to supplement your mortgage…
Whether you are buying a home, listing your home to sell, or just looking for some extra protection on your current home, you have the opportunity to purchase a home warranty. A home warranty is not the same as an insurance policy but it does offer valuable protection of your finances as well as peace…
Home buying always requires careful consideration, and this is especially true for those in the military. Those serving in the armed forces can be ordered to relocate with little or unexpected notice. Renting out your home while on deployment may be an option, but then you’d have to deal with all the potential rental issues.…
“How many bedrooms do you want?” It’s one of the most basic questions you’ll answer as you begin your home search. Although the question seems simple, your response will require careful consideration. The average home size has nearly doubled since the 1950’s, resulting in some buyer’s need for more bedrooms and more square footage. However,…
An annual survey released by the National Association of Realtors showed that 65 percent of homes purchased in 2014 were bought by married couples, 16 percent by single women, 9 percent by single men, and 8 percent by unmarried couples. These numbers have remained relatively unchanged over the years with the exception of a slight…