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December 6, 2024

Who Pays for Home Inspections and Repairs?

Purchasing a home is one of the most significant investments many people make and getting a home inspection is an important step in the process to give you peace of mind. Understanding who pays for home inspections and repairs is crucial to navigating the process effectively. Here is a detailed breakdown of home inspections, their associated costs, and how to approach repair negotiations.

November 21, 2024

Do You Know Value? Appraisal, Assessment, AVM, CMA

November 15, 2024

7 Condo Investment FAQs You Need!

Before you outlay a big chunk of money for a condo investment, here are 7 frequently asked questions. Investing in condos can be an attractive option for several reasons compared to single-family homes. First, condos typically come with a lower purchase price than single-family homes in the same area, making them more accessible and requiring less upfront capital.

November 8, 2024

7 Strategies I Use to Find Off-Market Properties for Clients

In a market with limited inventory, off-market properties aren’t just for investors; they’re an excellent option for buyers seeking a primary residence. These homes offer owner-occupants a chance to purchase with less competition and at a favorable price.

November 1, 2024

Real Estate Scams

The real estate market is already tough enough — when you’re buying, renting or refinancing the mortgage on a home, the last thing you want to worry about is being scammed. Unfortunately, criminals are getting more creative in how they target housing consumers. In 2022, real estate fraud resulted in victim losses of nearly $400 million, according to data from the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center. Here are five common real estate and mortgage scams to keep on your radar, plus tips to avoid becoming a scammer’s next victim.

October 25, 2024

Wealth Difference Between Owners and Renters

The age-old debate between renting and owning a home has everyone weighing their options. There are pros and cons to each, but the numbers point to a clear winner.

October 10, 2024

What is a better investment: Four 1BRs or One 4BR condo?

Just by chance last week, four 1BR condos sold at Clarendon1021 and one 4BR condo sold at the Atrium for almost the same price, which begs the question, what would be a better investment. When it comes to real estate investment, one common dilemma is whether to purchase a single larger property or multiple smaller ones. Let's weigh the options between buying one 4-bedroom condo versus four 1-bedroom condos for the same price.

October 9, 2024

What to Know About Fall Through Rates

When buying or selling a home, most people expect that once a contract is signed, the deal is as good as done. However, this isn't always the case. While most home sales proceed smoothly to closing, some contracts fall through due to a variety of contingencies.