Image by Mediamodifier from Pixabay As you enter the home buying process, some people may recommend that you seek mortgage pre-approval. This is typically one of the first steps in the process, and you may view it as something you have little choice over. Yet mortgage pre-approval is not a requirement to start shopping for a house, and...

If your initial offer to purchase a home is countered, there is no need to stress. In fact, there are lots of reasons why you should negotiate with a house seller, and these include: 1. You can speed up the homebuying journey. The homebuying journey may prove to be long and complicated. If you find a house you want...

Image by StockSnap from Pixabay If you plan to add a deck to your home, begin by selecting quality pressure-treated or composite building material. If you build with pressure-treated wood, let the porch or deck set raw — without paint or stain — for at least six months to a year. The longer you let it set, the...

Image by Aline Oliveira from Pixabay If you've been dreaming of buying a home or have started looking at houses and mortgages, you've likely seen ads and information that directly targets the first time home buyer. Buying your first home is a significant milestone and one of the most financially beneficial things you'll ever do, and there are...

Photo by stux via Pixabay If you're like many busy homeowners, you may not have a lot of time to cultivate a vegetable garden for the purpose of putting food on the family table. However, old-school culinary herb gardens are deceptively easy to grow, and they pull double duty by providing an exceedingly pleasing aesthetic. Not only do they...

Photo by Monkey Business Images via Shutterstock Homeownership is a marvelous thing. Many folks go to extraordinary lengths to make it happen for their household. One thing that makes ownership difficult is affordability in the same locale as your employment. When that's the case, many potential buyers begin searching outside their comfortable commuting radius to find an affordable...

Photo by Analogicus via Pixabay After settling into your home, you start to notice a few things either need to be retouched or completely overhauled. The biggest issue that a lot of homeowners run into is the money for the project. Even after assessing whether the project is a DIY or you’ll need a professional, funding still comes...

Photo by Gino Crescoli via Pixabay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) may be a common term in home buying, but not every home buyer understands exactly what it will mean for their finances. This short guide will give you the basics, so there are fewer surprises down the line. What Is PMI? PMI is a type of insurance that...

Although you might already own a house, now may prove to be a good time to pursue a second residence. For example, if you have always wanted to own a home in the mountains, you can purchase a second residence to make your dream come true. On the other hand, if you want to own a vacation residence on...

Image by S K from Pixabay Buying a new home can be an exciting experience. Unfortunately, the closing can seem a little daunting if you are unsure about what to expect during the closing process. Below is a simple guide as to what you can expect during the closing of your first home. Knowing How Long the Process...

Immaculate 2 Bedroom 2 full bath upper Ranch unit condo with an Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings in the great room with cozy gas fireplace, balcony off of the great room and master bedroom suite where you can sit and have your morning coffee or watch the sunset with views of the pond, community pool and club house. Freshly painted in trendy colors that will go with everything. Desired Split floor plan with each bedroom having their own walk in closets with lots of storage and their own full bathrooms. Large laundry room off of the kitchen with access to the attached lower level garage for easy convenience of carrying in grocery. Fantastic...

THIS IS A MULTIPLE OFFER SITUATION. SELLER IS REQUESTING HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS BY THURSDAY FEB. 27TH NO LATER THAN 6:00 PM. PLEASE ONLY NON-CONTINGENT OFFERS ONLY. INVESTORS AND HANDY MEN/WOMEN,THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! PRICED FOR A QUICK SALE AND WITH THE REPAIRS/UPDATES NEEDED IN MIND. THIS IS AN ESTATE SALE SUBJECT TO PROBATE COURT APPROVAL. SHOULD GO QUICKLY. SELLER IS SELLING "AS IS" NO REPAIRS WILL BE MADE. GREAT LOCATION, BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY, NICE FLOOR PLAN. WITH JUST A FEW UPDATES AND FIXES, YOU WILL HAVE INSTANT EQUITY. SITTING BACK OFF THE ROAD ON 1.41 ACRES JUST MINUTES FROM QUAINT DOWNTOWN HOLLY. FIRST FLOOR MASTER SUITE,...