New Construction Agent Representation

Buying a New Construction Home? The Devil is in the Details.

Most people would not normally begin the home buying process until they felt that they were ready to make a move. In the case of a New Construction home however, it is almost always advisable to initiate your search much sooner than that, even up to a year in advance of your desired moving date…. Read More

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A 5 Point Checklist for Home Buyers, to Buy You Peace of Mind

House Hunting 101: You’ve found “The One”. Now what? You’ve covered all the obvious items on your wish list, and your Home Inspector has done his thing. You’ve read the home inspection report and considered the time and money that will be required for you to make the home livable and comfortable. But a home… Read More

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The Repair or Replace Dilemma – 5 Homeowner Tips

The Repair or Replace Dilemma – 5 Homeowner Tips. Unless you’re the owner of brand new home, it’s likely you’ll run up against the occasional ‘Repair or Replace?’ dilemma. Systems and appliances don’t come cheap, and we don’t all possess the enviable talent to function as our own handyman, so the decision generally comes down… Read More

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Never Been a Landlord Before? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Never Been a Landlord Before? Here’s a Few Things You Need to Know. Investing in Real Estate means different things to different people. The home you reside in is certainly an investment, but that’s not what most of us think of when we talk about Real Estate investing. More often the term refers to the… Read More

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Video: Don’t Let Home Repairs Catch You by Surprise

Video: Don’t Let Home Repairs Catch You by Surprise. Seasoned homeowners are intimately acquainted with emergency home repairs and necessary renovations. For the first-time home owner these thing might come as an unpleasant surprise. Your lender has factored in all of the home related costs that matter to them. But the minute you move in… Read More

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What Is a Home Warranty and Why Would I Need One?

What Is a Home Warranty and Why Would I Need One? I can personally attest to the value of a Home Warranty. Ours has consistently paid for itself year after year. I generally recommend a Home Warranty for both buyers and sellers but I’m not sure that it’s cost effective in every situation. On the… Read More