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Ways To Save Money for a Down Payment

As a prospective homebuyer, you need to save money for a down payment on your new home. The standard down payment for a conventional

How to Keep Your House and Life Organized During the Summer Months

Whoever coined the phrase “lazy days of summer” didn’t have a full household of family members on the go. Whether you're a stay-at-home parent or you work full time, we all seem to have high hopes and expectations for our summer plans and

What are Fixtures in Real Estate?

What are Fixtures in Real Estate? Fixtures in real estate often cause disputes during real estate transactions. Items perceived as fixtures might differ greatly between buyer and seller and sometimes creates confusion and contention. For the...

Myths and Misconceptions About Real Estate Agents

Whether you are buying or selling a home, it’s important to understand the role of your real estate agent. Often times, what we think we know about agents and their role is misconstrued. Here we cover some of the most common myths about real estate agents an...

Save Money on Your Electric Bills During the Summer Months

We often see an unwelcome spike in our energy costs during the summer months. Between air conditioning, fans, and pool filters, we find ourselves looking fo...

Get Ready To Sell By De-cluttering Your Home

When selling your home, your faced with the realization that copious amounts of cleaning, organizing and packing are ahead of you. Before you tackle thos...

Dating vs Married: Things to Consider When Co-Buying a House

The trend for couples to purchase a home together prior to saying I DO is becoming more and more popular. Many couples make the decision to live together for a period of time before they marry (if they choose to marry at all). The question of whether to rent...

SIMPLE SUMMER GARDENING TIPS

As our gardens spring back to life with the warmer weather of Spring and

Buying or Selling — What Should Happen First?

There are benefits to both scenarios. Understanding the factors that are involved in both buying and selling will guide you to make the right decision. Finances, the real estate market, and even personalities are factors in which to consider when trying to d...