Buying a new home is an exciting experience, but it can also be one of the most significant investments you'll make in your lifetime. While it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of house hunting, it's essential to be cautious and avoid the potential for...
Open houses can be a great way to get a feel for a property that you're interested in, but it's important to prepare for them before you dive in. Open houses allow you to walk through the home, take note of its features and ask any questions that you may have....
April, recognized as National Fair Housing Month, is a time to reflect on the importance of equal access to housing for all individuals. This year marks the 55th year that our nation celebrates the passage of the Fair Housing Act. The landmark civil rights law...
Housing discrimination is still happening. It might be by barriers to borrowing, it may be by barriers to access to properties for sale. All Realtors® and NAEBA exclusive buyer's agents are ethically and legally bound to not participate in housing...
When it comes to real estate, one of the most important things to understand is the value of a property. Understanding the value of a property isn't always a simple process as a consumer. Despite the many scenarios in homeownership, there are two primary ways to...
A post-settlement occupancy agreement isn't standard practice in most real estate sales, but it can be a beneficial option for both sellers and buyers, depending on the situation. It may be frustrating not to move into the home of your dreams right away, but with a...
If you're thinking about buying a house, chances are you'll want to work through a real estate agent. Whether you're first time homebuyers or seasoned home purchasing veterans, finding a buyer's agent who is going to look out for you is always a challenge. Let's cover...
It's a practice that, since 1996, has been commonplace in real estate. You're a buyer looking for a house. Maybe you've connected with an agent that has dropped you on their mailing list to keep you up to date with new listings that come on the market. Maybe one has...
The homebuying process involves many stages and many important documents to review. Among those documents is an item called an exclusive buyer's agency contract or buyer's agent contract. It may seem daunting to sign this document, but it helps guide a conversation...
When you start looking to buy a house, you'll want to work with a real estate agent. Buying a home is a huge life decision, and getting the right advice from the right people is going to be key for you not only financially, but for your quality of life. You need to...
When you hear about savings of more than $15,000 over the course of five years with an adjustable-rate mortgage, it's hard to ignore. With that said, before making the decision to borrow with an adjustable-rate mortgage instead of a fixed-rate mortgage, you should...
In 2022, the housing market has seen rising mortgage rates and home prices. This article will examine how house prices and mortgage rates impact home-buying, how rising mortgage rates will affect homebuyers, and what rising interest rates mean for the housing market....