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First Home Facts

If you’re in the process of shopping for your first home, you’re probably feeling a bit overwhelmed. Don’t worry, that’s normal. Buying a new home is a big step, and it can be pretty complicated. Renting is simpler than home ownership, but home ownership gives you stability and equity. So, you need to get the information that will help make home shopping easier. A good real estate agent is a good place to start. I’ve been through the home buying and selling process a few times now, and I started this blog to share my information about how to find a home with the features you’re looking for, get the most for your money, and avoid getting stuck with a lemon. Check out the articles to learn how to make your first home buying experience great.

How To Prepare For The Photographer When Listing Your Home

Posted on January 15, 2021

After signing the listing agreement with a real estate agent, the agent will hire a real estate photographer to take pictures of your home. They will use these pictures in your home listing, and the goal is to make sure they look as good as possible. As the homeowner, you will need to do your part to ensure that your home looks great before the photographer arrives. Here are some tips to help you prepare for the photographer. [Read More]

Should You Ever Offer More Than A Home's Asking Price?

Posted on January 15, 2021

When you initially begin your search for a single-family home to buy, you will probably view homes online. Viewing homes online helps you narrow down your search to homes that fit your budget and needs. You will see the asking prices of the homes you view online, which can help you choose which houses to view. In some cases, people offer higher amounts for homes than the asking prices. You might wonder why this happens or if it is ever a good idea. [Read More]

Why Communication Is Important When You're Working With A Property Management Company

Posted on January 8, 2021

If you have rental property, you might have decided to hire a property management company to help you with managing your rental units. If this is the case, then you should make sure that you communicate regularly with your property management company. These are a couple of reasons why communication is so important. Let Them Know What You Expect Different people have different ideas in mind about how they want their rental properties to be handled. [Read More]

Work From Home? 5 Things To Look For In An Apartment

Posted on December 29, 2020

Do you need an apartment with a home office? More Americans than ever are working from home, so finding a good place to use as a work base is more important than ever. What should you look for as you tour apartments? Here are a few key elements.  1. A Larger Space A two-bedroom apartment provides that added space you need to work, but it doesn't provide a lot of buffer space for other things. [Read More]