Your offer has been accepted! Congrats! Now what? We would start the inspection process (if you would like to have them done) which normally includes a whole house inspection, Radon test and Pest Inspection. There are plenty of good inspectors and it is your choice on who you would like to do the inspections. Some Inspection companies have the radon and pest included others would be a Continue Reading about Your offer has been accepted!
Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Are Nothing Like 2008
You’ve likely seen headlines about the number of foreclosures climbing in today’s housing market. That may leave you with a few questions, especially if you’re thinking about buying a house. Understanding what they really mean is mission-critical if you want to know the truth about what’s happening today.According to a recent report from ATTOM, a property data provider, foreclosure filings are up Continue Reading about Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Are Nothing Like 2008
The Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today
There’s been a lot of focus on higher mortgage rates and how they’re creating affordability challenges for today’s homebuyers. It’s true that rates climbed dramatically since the record-low we saw during the pandemic. But home affordability is based on more than just mortgage rates – it’s determined by a combination of mortgage rates, home prices, and wages.Considering how each one of these Continue Reading about The Three Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today
What Are the Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?
The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring. You may be wondering if more homes will go on the market, what’s next with home prices and mortgage rates, or what the best advice is for someone in your position right now.Here’s what industry experts are saying right now about the spring housing market and what Continue Reading about What Are the Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?
The Power of Pre-Approval
If you’re buying a home this spring, today’s housing market can feel like a challenge. With so few homes on the market right now, plus higher mortgage rates, it’s essential to have a firm grasp on your homebuying budget. You’ll also need a sense of determination to find the right house and act quickly when you go to put in an offer. One thing you can do to help you prepare is to get Continue Reading about The Power of Pre-Approval
Why You May Want an Energy-Efficient Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsSince inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home.Energy prices have increased over the last year, so look for energy-efficient features in your home search.If you’re looking to buy a home this year, work with a real estate expert so you have a partner to help you consider which features are most important to you. Continue Reading about Why You May Want an Energy-Efficient Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal?
If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. It’s also a different step in the process from an appraisal, which is a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify the value of the Continue Reading about What’s the Difference Between a Home Inspection and an Appraisal?
You have found your new Home!
Yay! You have a found a home to write an offer! In this market where some houses are selling quickly, you will want to discuss your offer price with me, your Realtor. I can provide a market analysis with homes that have sold and that are the current competition in the area where the home is that you are wanting to buy. I will provide all the purchase agreement paperwork for you to sign Continue Reading about You have found your new Home!