Let’s consider the pros and cons of buying an older home versus a newer build for your next real estate purchase With new construction rising up to meet skyrocketing housing demands, older homes don’t always get the same spotlight in the market. New windows, superior insulation, and manicured landscaping in a new neighborhood have their…
How Much is the Right Downpayment to Put Down And Why This is one of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make. And let’s face it: homes are expensive, sometimes prohibitively so, especially in the current market. But there’s one common financial deterrent that potential homebuyers might be able to take off their list…
Play the long game when it comes to getting a home inspection—don’t skip this crucial step in the home buying process. The process of closing on your new home can be arduous and nerve wracking to say the least. From house hunting and making sometimes numerous offers, to negotiating contracts and closing the deal (before…
How to minimize the stress and maximize the fun when embarking on a move with kids You don’t have to be a psychologist to know that children thrive on routine and stability. And let’s face it, moving houses is the polar opposite of that. It’s chaos. It is upending your whole life, from moving schools…
The PCOA, or Post-Closing Occupancy Agreement, is common but often misunderstood A PCOA is when a seller will stay in the property past the closing date or settlement date. PCOAs, also known as Post-Closing Possession Agreements, Post-Occupancy Agreements (POA), or “rent backs,” can vary widely in price and structure. On one level, it’s an integral…
How to keep your furry friends safe, comfortable, and out of the way Like kids, pets thrive on stability and routine. That’s part of their charm: they’re the reliable part of your life, the comfort factor, waiting patiently at home for you to come back from whatever place has stolen you away. So when it…
There are a myriad of action items you can accomplish to add value to your home before your listing goes live. These are generally important items that should be done even before photographs for the listing are taken. Below we’ve outlined some of the most common ways to maximize the impact of your upcoming listing.…
A week-by-week calendar to get your home organized Digging through clutter to find your keys can be maddening. By minimizing the sheer number of objects in your house, you’ll lessen the time spent searching. Intentional spaces can optimize your efficiency…and your happiness! Here’s a 30-day home clean-up calendar to help you on your way to…
Are you thinking the time might be right to list your home? Decluttering, depersonalizing, and organizing are key ways to prepare your home for selling! Not only will the steps outlined below make a better first impression and help your home look and feel more presentable to potential buyers, it might just lead to higher…
Picture this…you wake up and sleepily saunter into your bathroom, open your medicine cabinet, and are greeted by clean, coordinated, systematized shelving. No rummaging around. Your toothpaste, brush, floss, and mouthwash are all perfectly placed at arm’s reach in their proper spot. Then you waltz into your kitchen, open your beautifully organized pantry to grab…
