Some say that buying a new house is exciting. These are usually the customers who go out for a day or two with a real estate agent hoping to find that perfect home. Other people (usually the real estate agents) say that house hunting is hard work. Why would that be? It’s all because customers […]
If you’re house-hunting, consider a home in the countryside. There are many advantages to a rural residence, provided you have easy access to shops and culture, too. Consider these five plus-points with the long-term future in mind. Peace and space Rolling, open landscape offers space to move and think, promoting physical and mental health for you […]
When potential buyers are looking for a home, there are two main categories of homes: turn-key and fixer-upper. A turn-key home means you can unlock the door and move right in with no work needed. And a fixer-upper is a home that needs some work, which is appealing to some because the purchase price is […]
Buying your first home is a big decision, can be a long process, and it is both fun and frustrating at times. After all, how many six-figure or larger purchases have you made so far in life, and how often do you plan on making them? It’s OK to be careful, a bit suspicious at […]
Buying a home can be fun, but it can also be stressful, especially in the price negotiation process. Some deals are quick, an offer, maybe one counter-offer, and the deal is made. Others go through a series of counter-offers, with the price bouncing around and a lot of small details entering the negotiations. Those details […]
When it comes to buying a house, many questions there are. You’ll want to make sure that you try to answer them as quickly and as clearly as you can so that you can make the best decision. If you’re a Star Wars fan, here is some advice that can help you complete your training […]
If your home is on the market, your will definitely want to take advantage of the brilliant ambiance the holidays can offer not just the outside, but the inside of your home. It’s important to keep these festive touches tasteful and not gaudy – if in doubt, think of something that would be appropriate to […]
Let’s face it, the first time you do anything, you’re probably getting a lot of unsolicited advice, especially when you’re buying a home. You might be getting tips from everyone from your boss to your mailman to Great Aunt Martha. Some of these tips may be incredible, so don’t altogether ignore them, but do keep […]
Ahh, the holidays. Twinkling Christmas lights, evenings by the fire, snowflakes falling and turning the world into a winter wonderland. It’s happy and cozy and lots of fun – particularly if it’s your first winter in a new home – and then one day you open your electric bill. You get the shock of your […]
We’ve all heard the spring is a good time to sell homes, and while that is true, there is actually a demand for homes all the time…and there is a special group of buyers that are looking for a home around the holidays! There may be several reasons for this, but it’s important to remember […]
