About Me

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.

Tips For Communicating Efficiently With Your Real Estate Agent

Posted on June 14, 2016

Your real estate agent is your guide to the world of houses that are currently on the market. In order to make sure that you use everyone's time efficiently, you will need to be sure that you are effective every time you communicate in getting your needs and desires across. Here are some tips for making sure that you are effective at communicating with your real estate agent. 1. Have the Exclusivity Talk Early [Read More]

4 Better Ways To Spend Your Time Than Packing And Unpacking

Posted on December 18, 2015

Many times, whether to hire professional packers to pack and unpack your home when you are moving is thought of as a question of time versus money. If you have a lot of spare time, you may save money and do your packing yourself. However, if you are pressed for time, have complicated items to move, or don't have a strict budget, you might hire professionals to pack or unpack your belongings. [Read More]

Securing Vulnerable Access Points: 3 Ways To Secure The Front Door

Posted on August 11, 2015

Home burglaries are not uncommon in the United States. In fact, approximately one house is burglarized every 15 seconds, and 33% of intruders enter the home through the front door. Securing the front door should be one of your primary concerns. If you're unsure whether your front door is safe enough, here are 3 ways you can further secure your entryways to make them a less vulnerable access point. Install a Deadbolt [Read More]

3 Common Mistakes To Look Out For When Renovating A Property

Posted on June 23, 2015

Within the real estate world, many developers are keen to get their foot on the ladder by purchasing an old home and renovating the property. However, too many developers make the same mistakes when planning renovations, so it's important to ensure you take steps to avoid these three common slip-ups: Purchasing the Wrong Property Buying a property with the intention to make it into your dream home, or to make you a significant profit, can be extremely exciting. [Read More]