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Sure, owning a home is the American dream. It's also the largest investment most of us will ever make, so go into it knowing what is and isn't required. Here's what you'll need: Enough money to make monthly mortgage payments. Duh! If a mortgage payment will bust your…

The home buying process, moving and the first months of home ownership are fraught with unexpected expenses. Here are a few examples of where your money may go: Appraisal fee. You often have to pay this fee out of pocket as part of the loan approval process. Depending on…

Getting the most for your home or property means doing more than putting a "For Sale" sign out front. In a competitive market where new homes for sale are added daily, your listing needs to be seen in a variety of places in order to stand out. And sometimes the right buyer…

We’re glad that more people are becoming curious about this market! It’s an exciting and rewarding situation, with interesting old homes in good condition, new luxury developments, plucky condos downtown, and well-planned family residences with lasting financial and…

Before you show your home to any potential buyer, you want to make sure the staging is perfect. Follow these general tips and your home will look better than the competition.FOR THE INSIDE Clear all unnecessary objects from furniture throughout the house. Keep accessories…

If you're prepping a home for sale, what are the main areas of a home you should target with your staging – especially if you can't stage every square inch? the most important rooms to be staged:1. Living room2. Kitchen3. Master bedroom4. Dining room5. Bathroom6.…

As the events of the last few years in the real estate industry show, people forget about the tremendous financial responsibility of purchasing a home at their peril. Here are a few tips for dealing with the dollar signs so that you can take down that “for sale” sign on…

Selling your home doesn′t just mean hiring a realtor to stick a sign out front. There are a lot of preparations you should make to ensure you get the best offer possible in the shortest time.Repair. Just because you’ve gotten used to the cracks in the walls and the…

Moving from a small town or suburb to a large city can be an intimidating proposition. Here are a few tips to help make your move as painless as possible.Research before you move. It’s important to understand the culture you’re joining. Do research online and find out…

Looking to buy a home? Here are five essential tips for making the process as smooth as possible.Get your finances in order.Start by getting a full picture of your credit. Obtain copies of your credit report. Make sure the facts are correct, and fix any problems you find.…