By Alexis Hall Your children may not be contributing to the mortgage, but homebuying will no doubt be a family affair. Your kids’ needs (and futures) will dictate many aspects of the home-buying process, but that doesn’t mean you have to go over budget or become over-stressed. The Vieira ...
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Roberts Curb appeal is always important for anyone trying to sell their home, which is no different during winter. That said, most techniques people use to boost curb appeal are impossible during winter. Fortunately, there are quite a few ways to increase your home’s curb appeal, even during ...
Continue ReadingIt’s getting tougher and tougher to sell your property at a good price. By: Lisa Roberts The real estate market is more competitive than ever, and it’s only going to get tougher to sell your property. So, it is no wonder people are scrambling to find any way to make ...
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Roberts Making sure that you choose the right house and viewing them can be very exciting. However, it can also be a lot of work. Especially if this is your first time buying one, since buying a house is a lot different from looking for apartments to buy ...
Continue ReadingBy Lisa Roberts Everyone wants to invest in high-value assets, like real estate, to protect against inflation since it has risen to levels last seen in 1981. However, a single rental unit might cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Of course, you can get a loan for an investment property, ...
Continue ReadingHome values appreciated by about ten percent in 2020, and they’re forecast to appreciate by about five percent this year. This has some voicing concern that we may be in another housing bubble like the one we experienced a little over a decade ago. Here are three reasons why this ...
Continue ReadingOver the past year, our homes have become an integral part of our lives more than ever. They’re much more than the houses we live in. They’re our workplaces, virtual schools, and safe havens that provide shelter, stability, and protection through the evolving health crisis. Today, 65.8% of Americans are fortunate enough ...
Continue ReadingIn today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to think about how homeownership can propel you toward a stronger future. Here’s a dive ...
Continue ReadingIs the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might make you want to pump the brakes. Today, there’s still a common ...
Continue ReadingEvery year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and savings and then decide what makes the most financial sense. That equation will most likely take into consideration monthly housing costs, tax advantages, and ...
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