Buy A House

In competitive markets many homebuyers are encouraged to write a letter to the seller to include with their offer. This letter works to apply to the seller’s emotions to try to convince them to choose the homebuyers and their offer. However, the seller could receive multiple other offers and letters, so you need to make […]

When buyers think of making a home offer, and sellers think of receiving a home offer, price is the first thing that comes to mind. However, there are many parts of a home offer and the price is only one piece of the puzzle. Some of the other terms included in the offer can make […]

When was the last time you checked your credit score? It’s probably been a while, especially if you haven’t applied for loans lately. If you’re thinking about applying for a mortgage, you might be wondering what your score is. After all, a bad credit score can mean your loan application gets rejected. If you’re thinking […]

Open houses are like mini-fantasies. You get the chance to imagine yourself living in the home you’re visiting. You can think about how you’re going to decorate, where you’ll put your furniture and how you’re going do the landscaping. But you shouldn’t be spending all your time looking for a good spot to put your […]

Nowadays, everyone seems to be going green, and for good reason. Not only is it good for the environment, but having a green home can actually save you money. A lot of people assume that going green is expensive because there can be a larger upfront cost, but in reality, you can save money in […]

The changing of the seasons often leads people to start thinking about a change of scenery, usually in the form of buying a home. They start thinking about warm fireplaces, cozy couches and fantastic views from their kitchen and living room windows. Before you really dive into the process of buying a home, there are […]

If you find the perfect home, you may be anxious about making the home offer and enticing the buyer to accept it. However, you should remember that you aren’t the only bidding on the property. For an average home, you may be competing with a dozen or more other bidders who each want the property […]

As you’re browsing property listings to find a new home or an investment property, you might come across a home listing that is marked “as is.” Some property investors will turn away from properties with this home listing while others will jump at what seems to be a great opportunity. So what exactly does a […]

Very few decisions in your life will be as important as the decision to buy your first home. Whether you are moving out of your apartment, moving across the country to start a new job or starting your family, choosing to buy your first home is a big decision. There are many things that you […]

From trying to rent an apartment to getting a cellphone contract, your credit score matters. Lenders and third parties use your credit score to help determine whether you’re a risky borrower and whether or not to approve you for you apartment application or phone contract. Your credit score is a major component of your overall […]