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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.

Four Times "Location" Isn't The Most Important Part Of A Retail Space

Posted on May 8, 2017

"Location, location, location" -- it's been so often repeated that it may as well be a real estate mantra. But while location can be incredibly important for real estate (especially residential real estate), there are times when it isn't as important for a retail space. In fact, there are some very specific situations in which you may want to consider other aspects of a space entirely. When "Off the Beaten Path" Locations Are Significantly More Affordable [Read More]

Why A Modern Kitchen Is Important When Selling A House

Posted on April 26, 2017

Selling a house can be easy in some cases and hard in others, especially if the house needs some updates. If the kitchen is outdated in any way, you might find that it will be harder to sell it than a home that has a modern, updated kitchen. Because of this, you might want to consider renovating your kitchen before you list it with a real estate agency. Why is the kitchen so important? [Read More]

Factors That Affect Ability To Have A Basement When Building A House

Posted on April 26, 2017

If you want to buy land to build a brand-new house and want a basement with the house, there are several different things you should look for when choosing property for sale. While a basement can be put in almost any house, there are factors that can affect the costs of adding a basement. Here are several different factors to evaluate. The Water Table The water table refers to the depth of the water in the ground on a piece of property, and this is vital to consider when putting a basement in. [Read More]

4 Reasons To Build An Emergency Fund To Prepare For Buying A Home

Posted on April 25, 2017

When you are preparing to buy a home and choosing new home builder, your main financial concerns may be on the necessary down payment, the interest that will be accrued on your mortgage, and your monthly mortgage payment. However, there are other important financial matters that must be considered as well, and one important thing that many new homeowners don't realize is that you must have an emergency fund. Here are reasons you need to make the creation of an emergency fund a part of your home-buying plans. [Read More]