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What happens when you overprice your home?

by Jasmin Morales


What happens when you overprice your home?

What happens when you overprice your home? When the real estate market favors sellers, it’s almost like there’s a feeding frenzy among buyers trying to secure listings that seem to get snapped up within hours of being put on the market. Such demand drives the prices of homes up rapidly, which only feeds into the perception that the good times will last forever. Unfortunately, trees don’t grow to the sky and there will always be a top of the market. What this means is...

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Why Getting Pre-Approved Is Your First Step to Homeownership Success

by Jasmin Morales


Why Getting Pre-Approved Is Your First Step to Homeownership Success

Why Getting Pre-Approved Is Your First Step to Homeownership Success Turning Dreams into Reality Without the Nightmares Buying a home is a dream many share, but the journey from aspiration to acquisition can be fraught with challenges if you're unprepared. In today’s dynamic real estate market, getting your offer accepted isn't just about finding the right property—it's about presenting yourself as the ideal buyer. Let's navigate this journey together, ensuring...

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Why You Should Have A Home Inspection Before You List

by Jasmin Morales


Why You Should Have A Home Inspection Before You List

Why You Should Have A Home Inspection Before You List One of the largest home sale killers is the home inspection. Nearly one-third of all terminated real estate contracts fall apart because of the inspection results. Inspections also ranked as the number three cause of delayed settlements, accounting for 13 percent. For some reason - and I’ll never get it - a home inspection that comes back with anything less than a perfect report strikes fear into the hearts of buyer agents and...

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Your home is under contract, what’s next?

by Jasmin Morales


Your home is under contract, what’s next?

Your home is under contract, what’s next? Great news, you’ve put your dream home under contract and you’re excited to move in one day soon. That said, there’s a lot that has to happen before you can take occupancy: home inspection, appraisal, financing paperwork, contingencies and other requirements necessary to close. Here’s what you can expect to happen over the coming weeks.   Due Diligence   Now that the home is yours to negotiate...

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What will be your payment on your new home?

by Jasmin Morales


What will be your payment on your new home?

What Will Be Your Payment on Your New Home? Taking Charge of Your Financial Fitness Buying a new home can feel overwhelming—much like starting a new fitness regimen. Between understanding the financial aspects of your mortgage and navigating the paperwork, it's easy to feel lost. But just as you wouldn't embark on a fitness journey without a plan, you shouldn't dive into homeownership without understanding the key components that will affect your financial health. Understanding...

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To Stage or Not to Stage Your Home for Sale

by Emmon Schmucker


To Stage or Not to Stage Your Home for Sale

To Stage or Not to Stage Your Home for Sale Up until the early 2000’s, most home buyers would have only experienced the eye-popping appeal of home staging if they went and visited a model home at a new construction site. Builders know that it’s much easier for people to make a home-buying decision when they see a home decorated beautifully and set up like someone lives there. These days, staging is highly recommended whether the home is brand new or currently occupied because...

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What's the right amount of money to spend in upgrading your home?

by Emmon Schmucker


What's the right amount of money to spend in upgrading your home?

What's the right amount of money to spend in upgrading your home? You’re wanting to freshen up your house a little bit and you’ve already determined what you think you should do to make it amazing for you to really enjoy it. Before you jump into your renovation project, make sure you set a budget so you can spend the right amount of money upgrading your home. Without a plan and a budget, you can spend tons of money on all kinds of neat options — from a new marble island-top...

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When is the best time of the year to sell?

by Emmon Schmucker


When is the best time of the year to sell?

When is the best time of the year to sell? You want to sell your home, maximize the amount you sell it for and get it sold in a reasonable amount of time. While there’s no horrible time of the year to sell your home, there are better times of the year to put it on the market to get the best results for yourself. We’ve done the research and the results are in. Here’s the best time of the year to sell.   And the winner is…   Life happens...

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The Best Time to Buy a Home to Get the Best Deal

by Emmon Schmucker


The Best Time to Buy a Home to Get the Best Deal

When's the Best Time to Buy a Home to Get the Best Deal? The U.S. housing market has experienced significant changes over the past few years. Home prices have surged dramatically, and while the pace of price growth has slowed, the market remains competitive. With fluctuating interest rates and shifting economic conditions, many homebuyers are asking, “When is the best time to buy a home to secure the best deal?” Here’s what you need to know about timing your home purchase...

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Top deal breakers for a home under contract and how to fix them

by Emmon Schmucker


Top deal breakers for a home under contract and how to fix them

Your home is under contract, what’s next? Great news, you’ve put your dream home under contract and you’re excited to move in one day soon. That said, there’s a lot that has to happen before you can take occupancy: home inspection, appraisal, financing paperwork, contingencies and other requirements necessary to close. Here’s what you can expect to happen over the coming weeks. Due Diligence Now that the home is yours to negotiate exclusively with...

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