If you love the charm and character of older homes but don’t want to live in a construction zone as your DIY, consider using a 203(k) loan to purchase the fixer upper of your dreams. The U.S. Department of Housing…
When you think of your dream home, you probably imagine a structure that fits your needs and exudes your personal style. Maybe it has a large yard or maybe it is more urban. No matter what kind of home fills…
Buying a home can be a stressful process, especially when there is a lot of competition in the market. It can seem like there aren’t any good houses left and any that do become available are snatched up quickly. Here…
Home upgrades are a great way to showcase your personal style and potentially add value to your home. But they can also be costly and take specialized knowledge and skills to execute. Here are a few of the best Do-It-Yourself…
It takes a whole team of people to make a real estate deal go from start to finish. Even new home buyers or sellers often expect to work with a real estate agent, a loan officer, and other experts in…
Chip and Joanna Gaines are back on television with a new season of their popular home renovation show ‘Fixer Upper,’ now titled ‘Fixer Upper: Welcome Home.’ The married couple (contractor and designer) take on old or outdated homes in run…
You have saved and saved for a downpayment on a new home and are finally ready to sign all of the paperwork and get the keys. Your lender sends over the final numbers and the cash to close is more…
During the search for a new home, many homeowners ask about the neighborhood that particular properties are in. The neighborhood location is a very important factor when it comes to finding the right home, understanding its value, and recognizing what…
Curb appeal is one of the biggest factors when selling a home. Keeping the exterior of your home tidy and aesthetically pleasing can keep your neighborhood beautiful, encourage other homeowners to take pride in their homes, and attract more buyers…
Did your offer get accepted? If so, congratulations! One of the first major items in the escrow process is the home inspection. Hopefully you took some time for yourself to have a quick celebration but with the escrow clock ticking…
