Financial benefits are always a key aspect of homeownership, but it’s also important to understand that the nonfinancial and personal benefits are why so many people genuinely fall in love with their homes. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of emotional attachment because [...]
Some Highlights Even in today’s sellers’ market, there are still ways for buyers to win big. Build a team of trusted professionals and make strategic plays as you budget and pick your desired neighborhoods. Then, be ready for the competition by getting a pre-approval letter and leaning on your expert [...]
If you’re looking to buy a home, you may be wondering how your student loan debt could impact those plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off your student loans before you can buy your first home? Or could you qualify for a home [...]
In today’s sellers’ market, many homeowners are weighing their options and trying to decide if they should sell their house. If you’re in that group, you may be balancing things like the ongoing health crisis, rising mortgage rates, and your own changing needs to determine [...]
And, to determine where the most recent buyers that have moved into your area are coming from , This is the third part of this series. You can find the other two parts here: Why I use Professional Photos when I list a [...]
Some Highlights If your workplace is delaying its return to office plans or is allowing permanent work from home options, that may open up new possibilities for your home search. Ongoing remote work could give you the chance for a change in scenery, a move to an area with [...]
Somerville History - Middlebrook Five Generals Tour - Sunday, February 20th, 2022 Discover Revolutionary New Jersey You can hear all about the winter 0f 1788 on my podcast interview with Marge Sullivan here. In it, we discuss how Washington had nearly 0,000 troops stationed in [...]
If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should consider. According to the latest report from ATTOM Data, owning a home is more affordable than renting in the majority of the country. [...]
In this video, I explain why I always use professional brochures when I list a house. It provides links to examples of how these appear on your listing and I think will convince you that this is a benefit you want to have when selling [...]
Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s a risky decision. Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the [...]