Is buying a newly constructed home a good idea?  A newly constructed home is yours to break in, you have been the sole owner! There is a level of peace of mind accompanied by this choice knowing your home will not likely need any maintenance in the next 5-10 years. But is this choice a no-brainer? There are pros and cons that could affect your decision which will be detailed in the above video. Stay tuned to learn about financial security, additional upgrade costs, outdoor... [read more]

Don't let issues on a home inspection get you down!  When you are ready to purchase a property it is important to have a house inspection done to insure the house is in proper shape. When these inspections take place it is common to have a few issues come up that will need to be addressed. We want to assure you that this is very common and the hiccups can be solved! Watch the above video featured on our YouTube channel to find out what happens when these issues arise and how... [read more]

This is an exciting time! You are preparing to buy your first home, and you can't wait to see all of your options to choose from. One step we recommend that you take prior to viewing potential matches is to have your finances in place. This will ensure that you will know what your budget is and that you can align your purchase with that in mind. It seems like a small thing but it makes all the difference when you begin to make offers on the homes that you are interested in.  [read more]

Closing costs, have you heard of them? When selling or buying a home, closing costs are involved to complete the real estate transaction. If you are the seller of the home, you will need to pay both legal fees and realtor fees and if you are the buyer you are responsible for the land transfer tax, property tax and some legal fees as well. Each transaction is different and the closing costs will depend on the situation. To avoid big surprises regarding these costs, watch the above video... [read more]

Can the amount of days your home sits on the market affect its selling price? When it comes to selling real estate, sales are dependent on the current market in your area. If the market is hot and homes are high in demand, but your home is sitting on the market without any interest, this could cause a future seller's offer to be lower than your asking price. However, if you live outside of the city, or you have a very unique home, the time spent on the market is less relevant. In the... [read more]