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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.

3 Low-Cost Ways To Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

Posted on September 15, 2017

When it comes to selling a home quickly, first appearances can have a dramatic impact on potential buyers. If your home's curb appeal is lacking, a buyer may be less likely to fall in love with the property and want to place an offer. While many homeowners are hesitant to invest too much money into a home they are trying to sell, there are some affordable things that you can do to make your home more attractive. [Read More]

Where Should You Put Your Gun Safe? 5 Tips To Help You Decide

Posted on September 13, 2017

If you are putting a gun safe in your home, you want to put it in the safest spot possible. Wondering where that is? Well, that answer differs depending on your home, and you have to keep in mind a range of threats from moisture to thieves. Here are five tips to help you find the perfect spot. 1. Avoid Humid or Moist Areas Guns can be extremely sensitive to moisture. [Read More]

2 Awesome Reasons To Buy A House When You Are In School

Posted on September 10, 2017

If you are still in school, you may think that renting is the best option for you. However, if you will be in school for quite some time, if you have a family to take care of, or if you simply are sick of renting, then you may want to consider purchasing a home. There are a lot of benefits that come along with purchasing a home, even if you only plan on living in it for a couple of years. [Read More]

Factors That May Influence The Ease Of Selling A Property Near A Busy Road

Posted on September 4, 2017

You have probably heard that selling a property near a busy and noisy highway isn't easy. While this may be true, the extent of the difficulty depends on several factors, such as these four: The Type of Property Not all properties will be considered to be in undesirable locations if they are near major roads; some properties can actually benefit from their proximity to the road. For example, a commercial property that relies on the volume of customers (such as a restaurant) actually becomes more desirable because it's likely to get more customers there. [Read More]