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  Are you feeing a little cramped? Has the size of your family changed – whether it be a new addition to the family or relatives moving in. If you are in need of more space, you have two fundamental options. The following contains a short list of suggested decision-making situations to help determine whether […]

Being aware of what’s happening in your neighborhood is always a good idea. Keeping up with nearby sales transactions is also very important – even if you are not selling your home currently – especially if the listing is comparable to what you own. Knowing the approximate current market value of your home is obviously […]

There is an assortment of reasons why a home sale can fall through. Being proactive and seeing the signs in advance can help prevent disappointment from occurring. Anticipating issues and overcoming hurdles can mean the difference between sale success and failure. Ultimately, nothing may be more disappointing than having a home sales transaction enter its […]

Like any other large purchase that requires far more than the initial down payment to ultimately secure the asset, buying a home is most often comprised of a large initial monetary outlay in addition to a substantial, ongoing investment of money and time. In other words, the largest purchase of most people’s lives requires far more […]

How do you gauge what your home is worth compared to nearby homes? Obviously, location is always a key factor; so much so, that the same exact model in a neighborhood may appraise for less or more dependent on such determinants as the property’s proximity to busy streets or overhead power lines. The following is […]

Have you received and accepted an offer on your home and are now entering into contract for your next residence? The following is a non-exhaustive, short list of the documents you should have ready prior to your scheduled appointment with the mortgage company. Admittedly, finding and sorting through all of the following documents is taxing, […]

Buyers desire many amenities when they search for a new home. Make sure to point out the less obvious, yet coveted features such as storage and completed renovations of your listing when trying to increase the probability of receiving competitive offers. The following is a short list of advantages to point out to prospective buyers […]

Nothing makes more sense than marketing your home with some flattering photos. At least two adages come to mind. A picture is worth a thousand words (hopefully good words) and you only have one chance to make a “dazzling” first impression. In either case, the pictures you use to market your listing can mean the […]

Are you thinking about moving, but do not want to deal with the inconvenience and aggravation? Fortunately, the need to move may outweigh temporary unrest if the overall goal is to get out of your current living arrangement and get into a coveted new location. If you are feeling the “itch” that is indeed time […]

You enter into a contract with your real estate agent expecting to pay a large commission for professional services rendered, including good advice, extensive knowledge and impressive negotiation skills. If you happen to sign with an agent that says any of the following taboo comments, perhaps it is time to reconsider the relationship and find […]