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8 Reasons Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®

April 23, 2020

Not all real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. Here are eight reasons why it pays to work with a REALTOR®.1....

Thanks To Remote Work, The Demand For Home Offices Is On The Rise

February 04, 2020

More people than ever are working from home. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, 24 percent of employed people in the US work from home at least part of the time—and that number jumps to 42% of workers with advanced degrees. And as more people make the shift towards...

Homeowners Have Higher Levels of Life Satisfaction

October 27, 2019

Want to experience higher levels of happiness and satisfaction in your life? The answer could lie in real estate.According to the 2019 Fall Homebuyer Insights Report from Bank of America, the vast majority of homeowners—a whopping 93 percent—are happier owning their home than they were when renting.And the benefits of...

How To “Try On” A Neighborhood Before Buying A Home There

October 15, 2019

With many purchases, you get the opportunity to “try before you buy.” You can go to the store and try on clothes before you update your wardrobe. You can go to the dealership and take a test drive before you commit to purchasing a car.And while you can’t try a...

Moving With Your Pets? Avoid These Mistakes

October 15, 2019

For most pet owners, pets are a part of the family. And so, of course, wherever the family moves? The pet moves, too. And while moving might be a stressful process for you, it’s arguably even more stressful for your pet.Pets respond well to structure and routine—and so the packing,...

Is Buying A Fixer Upper Home Actually More Cost-Effective Than Purchasing a Move-In Ready Property?

September 08, 2019

Many people buy fixer-upper homes because they think it will save them money in the long run—but is that actually true?According to recent data, not necessarily.According to a recent survey from remodeling resource Porch, the majority of people who bought fixer-uppers did so in an effort to save money on the...

Work For Yourself? Make Sure To Avoid These Mortgage Mistakes

April 29, 2019

There are currently over 16 million self-employed workers in the United States—and as the gig economy continues to grow, the number of self-employed individuals only stands to increase. But even though working for yourself is becoming more common, it still presents certain challenges when obtaining a mortgage—and if you want to...

These Are The Most Likely (And Unlikely) New Home Features For 2020

April 13, 2019

If you’re planning to buy a new home, you probably have a wish list of features. But how likely is it that you’ll find those features in a new build? According to a recent survey from the National Association of Home Builders, some of the features you’re most likely to...

Why "Right Now” Is The Best Time To Buy Your First Home

April 06, 2019

If you ask any real estate agent if now is a good time to buy a home. Chances are good you’ll probably get the impression that it’s the perfect time to buy a house.Makes sense, right? Almost all agents wouldn’t want to discourage anyone from buying a house.However, it’s nearly...

Tips For Making The Most Of Your Virtual House Hunt

March 15, 2019

Social distancing is one of the most responsible things you can do right now—both toprotect your health and the health of the people in your community. And with socialdistancing in full swing, searching for a home in the traditional sense—including going totour homes in person—is getting put on the back...

27% Of Homeowners Unaware Of Their Potential Mortgage Savings

October 16, 2018

According to a new study, more than one in four homeowners are in the dark about theirmortgage interest rate—and it could be costing them.A recent study from Bankrate (explored in an article on Fox Business) found that 27percent of homeowners in the US don’t know the interest rate on their...

7 Things That Can Go Wrong If You Hire The Wrong Real Estate Agent

October 07, 2018

Buying a home is the biggest investment you’ll likely ever make, and it has all sorts of implications for your personal and financial future. This is why it’s so important to work with the right agent.Too many people don’t realize just how much can go wrong if they make the...

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8 Reasons Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®

April 23, 2020

Thanks To Remote Work, The Demand For Home Offices Is On The Rise

February 04, 2020

Homeowners Have Higher Levels of Life Satisfaction

October 27, 2019

How To “Try On” A Neighborhood Before Buying A Home There

October 15, 2019

Moving With Your Pets? Avoid These Mistakes

October 15, 2019

Is Buying A Fixer Upper Home Actually More Cost-Effective Than Purchasing a Move-In Ready Property?

September 08, 2019

Work For Yourself? Make Sure To Avoid These Mortgage Mistakes

April 29, 2019

These Are The Most Likely (And Unlikely) New Home Features For 2020

April 13, 2019

Why "Right Now” Is The Best Time To Buy Your First Home

April 06, 2019

Tips For Making The Most Of Your Virtual House Hunt

March 15, 2019

27% Of Homeowners Unaware Of Their Potential Mortgage Savings

October 16, 2018

7 Things That Can Go Wrong If You Hire The Wrong Real Estate Agent

October 07, 2018

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