There's a lot of uncertainty when it comes to buying your first home, and you're bound to have a lot of questions. If you've chosen well, you have a real estate agent who will answer your questions with patience and clarity. Getting the right real estate agent who can...
Home buying is a tricky road, even in the best of times. Right now we're in a seller's market and it's almost impossible for a buyer to get a fair shake. So the question is: how do you find a good buyer's agent? What is a Buyer's Agent? A buyer's agent, as the name...
Eight steps for first time homebuying success Going through the purchase of your first home is an incredible milestone in many people's lives that can be exciting yet daunting. However, if you're committed to taking the time to understand the many facets of the...
“Buyer Representation” and “Buyer's Agent” is a phrase that is thrown around in the Real Estate Industry. So much so that it's pretty much lost its significance to the average consumer. What is it and where did it start? Do buyer's actually have representation? Better...
You've reached one of the most exciting moments in life - buying a home. It's a significant decision to make and one that can impact a large part of your life, so no details should be overlooked. Beginning the process can be daunting, but having the right person in...
We recommend that house hunters choose an attorney and an inspector -- and a back-up for each -- early in the house hunting process. That way, when you find a house and start making an offer, you are not scrambling to interview attorneys and inspectors during a busy...
A few months ago, my clients and I attended an almost perfect home inspection. They were purchasing a classic 1940s Cape Cod that had been meticulously maintained. The only issue the home inspector found was a loose faucet in one of the bathrooms. Most home...
Icicles may be pretty to look at, but they can do considerable damage to your home's exterior by tearing off gutters, loosening shingles and causing water to back up and leak on the interior. When that happens, the results aren't pretty: peeling paint, warped...
The decision to move has been made, maybe for a job transfer, family obligation or something in between. Whether a native or transplant, you have grown to love the neighborhood and all the city has to offer, so even getting to this point might not be easy....
Looking to buy a home and want to check if a house has water problems? Use your nose! This sounds silly but trust me, in some cases your nose will be just as important as your eyes when searching for water damage. Whenever my clients and I enter a basement I will...
A post settlement occupancy agreement happens when sellers and buyers agree to allow the seller to stay in the house after settlement. This can happen for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, sellers need to stay in a home to finish out the school year. Other times...
A condominium can be an excellent first home purchase. Condos tend to be smaller and less expensive than a single-family home. Buying a condo can be a good way to start building equity in a home. So what do you need to know? What is a condominium? A condominium...