18 STEPS TO GETTING THROUGH ESCROW
Escrow is a critical component of the home sale that typically takes between 30 and 45 days — but for many buyers it seems to stretch on for centuries. What should you do?1. Keep a close eye on all...
16 PEOPLE YOU NEED IN YOUR HOMEOWNER NETWORK
Like so many things in life, it’s not what you know; it’s who you know. Find these essential people for your homeowners’ network.Insurance agentTo protect your largest asset from risk,...
19 HOME RENOVATION MISTAKES TO AVOID
Home renovations are more popular than ever before, but this isn’t a journey for the faint of heart. To streamline the process and set yourself up for success, avoid these mistakes: 1. Forgetting...
12 DEEP-CLEANING TIPS FOR NEW HOMEOWNERS
If you’ve never owned a home before, cleaning it from top to bottom for the first time can feel like a daunting task. Here’s a guide to deep-cleaning your house.DeclutterBefore you start cleaning,...
15 WAYS BUYERS CAN COMPETE WITH ALL-CASH OFFERS
Buyers in cash-offer-heavy areas, take heart. There are ways to compete with those all-cash folks and come out ahead — with the keys to the home of your dreams.1. Make sure you’re preapprovedA...
11 STEPS TO DOWNSIZING YOUR HOUSE
Suddenly, a place that was perfect for you a decade or two ago might feel cavernous. If you’re starting to dream about trading in your rambling old house for a smaller cottage or new condo, here are the...
WHAT’S A BPO AND WHY WOULD I NEED ONE?
There are a lot of acronyms in real estate — and they don’t always make sense to people outside of the industry. If you’ve heard of a BPO but you aren’t sure what it is or why you might...
Looking to finance a vacation home? THINK LOCAL!
Buying a vacation home or investment property is easier than ever! Read on to see how thinking LOCAL can help.
