Archive for November 2024

Change the hardware You may not notice little things like cabinet hardware or door knobs on a daily basis, but they’re the subconscious things that you’ll notice if you’re walking through a home for the first time. It may not immediately jump out to a buyer that all of the door knobs are mismatched, but…

You may have looked around your house recently and thought you were drowning in stuff. You aren’t alone. There are plenty of things in your home that may get one use and then sit there to collect dust. Perhaps you’ve been thinking about giving them away or finding a new home for them. There are also…

Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. Freddie Mac says: “If you are an aspiring homeowner, buying a home with your family or friends could be…

With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait? Some may even consider taking their house off the market until next spring. But is that the best choice? Because at this time of year, your home can really stand out. Here’s the thing: there are plenty of…

The Majority of Veterans Are Unaware of a Key VA Loan Benefit For over 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans achieve the dream of homeownership. But according to Veterans United, only 3 in 10 Veterans realize they may be able to buy a home without needing a down payment (see visual…

If your goal is to sell your house in 2025, now’s the time to start prepping. Even though it might seem like there’s plenty of time between now and the new year, you should get a head start on any updates or repairs you want to make now. As Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at Realtor.com, says: “ . .…