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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.

4 Benefits Of Living In A Townhome

Posted on August 2, 2017

When you're trying to decide on the best place to live, you may want to choose a townhome. These come with a variety of benefits, and you may find this is the best place for you to call home. Townhomes offer some amenities, and this may be an area you will want to reside. Knowing some of the advantages of living in this type of property may motivate you to find it. [Read More]

A Few Costs to Consider When Looking at Island or Beach Homes

Posted on July 31, 2017

Most people dream of a beach or island house, and an estate on Fripp Island right off the coast of South Carolina may be ideal for you and your family. That being said, there are some things you will need to consider before you take the plunge and start scheduling home tours. This is especially true when it comes to extra expenses. Keep reading to learn about a few. Flood Insurance [Read More]

How To Make Your Home In An "Older" Neighborhood More Appealing To Buyers

Posted on July 27, 2017

If you live in a neighborhood where most of the residents are older, retirement-age adults (55 communities), you need to take this demographic into account when you list your home for sale. Chances are, the potential buyers you'll be marketing the home to will also be retirement age. In order to sell your home faster, you may want to make a few changes to ensure it is appealing to this crowd. [Read More]

Why Selling Without An Agent May Not Save You Money

Posted on July 26, 2017

Do you think you can save money by selling your house without a real estate agent? You might, or might not, make substantial savings – it all depends on your unique circumstances. Here are four reasons why bypassing an agent won't automatically save you money:  Time Investment Selling a property requires time. Here are just a few examples of some of the tasks involved in the process: Staging the house Researching property prices in the area Listing the property Calculating selling expenses Showing the house Printing advertisements (such as flyers) All of these take time; the time you would have spent on your main job, side business, on your hobby or with your family. [Read More]