What to Know About Climate-Controlled Storage Are you buying or selling a home and have figured out you’ll need a temporary self-storage unit? If you need to store your items, you’ll find companies offering climate-controlled storage units. These will be more costly than standard units, and you might be more restricted in available sizes. But […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 Best Moving Companies For Local and Long Distance Reviewed
Who Are The Best Movers? Do you need to find one of the best moving companies? Are you going to be relocating across the country? Maybe you just discovered you’d be transferred due to your job? The first step in getting to your new place will be finding a highly-rated mover. Making a long-distance move […]
Pre-Sale Inspection: What Home Sellers Need to Know
Home Inspection Checklist For Sellers: Pros and Cons Are you considering getting a pre-listing home inspection done? Should a seller hire a home inspector? Many homeowners will ask their real estate agent if getting their home pre-inspected before putting it on the market is a good idea. Having been a real estate agent for the […]
Packing For Moving Tips
The Best Packing Tips For Moving Do you know how to pack your house for a move? Would you like some packing tips for moving? Moving and packing are the most stressful parts of buying or selling a house. No doubt there is a lot of advice online for this subject. No one ever said […]