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Although not required, sellers sometimes get a home inspection before listing their home to avoid surprises during the transaction. Regardless of how long you’ve lived in your home or how old it is, there could be unknown iss...
The house looked so picturesque: a 100-year-old farmhouse, freshly white-washed, overlooking a pond in an area of upstate New York we'd loved visiting for years. As a bonus, the 2-acre property included a barn, already finished a...
In the age of next-hour delivery, we've all grown accustomed to transactions that happen in a few clicks. Buying a house, however, requires much more time, more signatures and more waiting. Understanding the homebuying process can help gi...
Today's housing market is really tight. Historically low mortgage rates have driven up buyer demand and inventory is extremely limited. As such, if you look for a new home right now, you may get stuck buying a fixer-upper. Or per...
What to Know About Home Inspections
A home inspection examines the parts and systems that make up a home, from the roof to the foundation. Inspections are often requested by buyers interested in a property, sellers who op...
While low mortgage rates might be tempting, keep these questions in mind
This year has become a time for many to take stock–including when it comes to finances.
While some are reprioritizing savings goals or discovering new ways to...
A professional home inspection can give you added confidence as a home buyer, ensuring you're aware of any issues before closing on your new home.
A home inspection helps you make a more informed decision about the home you’re con...
The Most Expensive Mistakes a Home Buyer Can Make
A home is the single largest purchase most people ever make, but if you’re a newbie to real estate transactions, it can also be one of the most confusing. With so much money on the tab...
Seller disclosures make buyers aware of what they're getting in a home.
Home sellers are often nervous about how their home’s flaws will affect the sale, but here’s the thing: no home is perfect. In fact, homes on the market typic...
With autumn just around the corner, now is the perfect time for
homeowners to get their property in shape and help avoid problems in the months
ahead. Here are six key jobs to tackle before cold weather sets in.
Caulk
around exterior do...