What to Know About Buying Houses at Auction Are you wondering if an auction for houses could be an excellent avenue to purchase a property? One of the questions home buyers often ask is how real estate auctions work. The question is often asked because they want to know how to buy a house at […]
When Do You Need a Building Permit and For What Projects
Getting Building Permits For Work at Your House is Vital Did you not pull building permits for work done at your house? Getting a permit for building or improving is crucial. When you consider making improvements or additions to your home, it can be tempting to try and skirt the permit process. In some cities […]
Why Sellers Don’t Like FHA Loans
What Are Potential Problems With FHA Buyers For Home Sellers Are you wondering whether to accept an offer from a buyer with an FHA loan? Have you heard that FHA loans could be a potential pitfall for a seller? When you go to sell your home, you hope to get many offers from well-qualified buyers. […]
What is The Average Down Payment on a House
How Much is The Average Down Payment on a House? Are you wondering what the average down payment on a house is? If so, you are not alone. Over my thirty-seven years as a real estate agent, many people have asked what’s normal. Many things can be mysterious when you have never purchased a home. […]
Townhouses vs. Condos: What Are The Differences
Comparing a Townhouse to a Condominium Do you know the difference between a condo and a townhouse? If you are shaking your head, no, you’re not alone. Working as a real estate agent for thirty-seven years, many clients have asked how a townhouse differs from a condo. The condo vs. townhouse topic is confusing, even […]
What Are Fixtures in Real Estate?
What Stays and Goes in a Home Sale Are you wondering what is considered a fixture in real estate sales and what isn’t? Working as a real estate agent for thirty-seven years, I’ve lost count of how many buyers and sellers have asked me what is considered a fixture. Occasionally in a home sale, some […]
What Are HOA Special Assessments in Real Estate and How Do They Work
How HOA Special Assessments Work in Real Estate Are you wondering what a special assessment is and how they work? When buying a condo or a townhome, you should have a firm grasp of the meaning of special assessments. So, what is a special assessment, and how will it affect you? A special assessment is […]
What is Functional Obsolescence in Real Estate?
How Functional Obsolescence Real Estate Impacts Home Values Being functionally obsolete can happen in all walks of life. Examples would be a payphone, a heavy-tube television, and a cassette tape. At one time, these things were useful but now have been replaced by better new technology. Their economic life has come to an end. If […]
Truck Rentals For Moving: What to Know About Renting
Moving Truck Rentals Near Me Did you sell or buy a home and need to move? Are you trying to decide whether to hire a professional moving company or rent a truck to move on your own? One of the most significant deciding factors between choosing between the two is cost. A mover’s rental truck […]
The Guide to No Closing Cost Refinancing
What You Need to Know About a No Closing Costs Refinance Did you know it’s possible to do no-closing costs refinance? Many people have no idea this is even possible. You can indeed refinance with no closing costs. Zero money will come out of your pocket. A no-closing-cost mortgage refinance is very common when interest […]