While the ins and out of real estate have never been more part of our popular culture thanks to the advent of HGTV and its long roster of home shows, there are still several technical and legal components of real estate that can be confusing...
How updated your home is will be one of the factors I will use to help you calculate what the best price for your home will be. This calculation is based on a comparison to other homes in your neighborhood (ie, the comparables), as well...
One of the many decisions you must make at the time of closing your home is how you will hold title to the home. While most buyers don’t spend a lot of time thinking about this, how the deed to your home is titled could...
While backyard birthday parties can be the perfect way to celebrate your child’s special day, sometimes it’s fun to think outside the box and host the party elsewhere. These options mean zero clean-up for you, and lots of fun for the birthday guest of honor...
Is it time to downsize? There are many reasons for downsizing: financial, environmental, transitioning to an empty nester lifestyle, or simply a desire to simplify one’s life. Whether it’s a home post-retirement or a vacation home or even a home to create a simpler lifestyle,...
One of the biggest shopping days of the year is almost here AND you’ve also made the decision to purchase a home. Deciding where you want to live, and what you want your home to look like are the fun part. But, figuring out the...
The information we receive about what is important when applying for mortgages seems to change daily. One of the more confusing aspects of this process is how important your credit score actually is. According to www.lendingtree.com, there are both “official” and “unofficial” credit scores that...
Glendale, AZ is bumping! This vibrant city is constantly growing, not only in population, but culturally. Part of that culture is the food and restaurant culture. Here are a few of the more popular culinary options, according to Yelp.com . . . The most popular...
Whether you are buying, selling or living in a home, termites are likely something you will encounter. The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates that homeowners spend more than $2 billion annually on termite pest control and on repairs caused by termite damage. Termites also damage...
When determining what neighborhood is a good fit for you and your family, several factors likely come into play. These factors probably include how far the neighborhood is from your place of employment, or the local airport if you travel often, whether the schools are...