Choosing your First Home

If you are ready to move out of your apartment, there is no time better than now.  Beginning to search for your first home is an important step to having the ability to build better finances and to live in a place that is comfortable.  If you are considering...

What You Should Know About the Appraisal Process

A good real estate agent can help walk you through the appraisal process, but you can also go through it on your own if you plan to sell your home yourself. The cost of a typical home appraisal will depend on the state that you live in. In some areas, an...

How to Use a Contingency Clause to Protect Your Interests

If you’re working with a professional real estate agent, she’s going to know what contingencies to put in the contract to make sure you get protected as the seller. There are fairly common contingencies that you can make sure are included in a contract if you’re...

Putting the Nail In to Find a Good Contractor

You are finally in your dream home.  You have the perfect layout of the house, you have everything you need in the right place, and you even have a sign on your wall saying welcome home.  However, after a few months of moving in, you may have noticed that something...

How to Choose a Real Estate Agent

Choosing a real estate agent to help you navigate the treacherous waters of purchasing a home is one of the best moves you can make. You’ll want the best – but how do you know which you want with all of the real estate agents out there clamoring for your business.The...