10 Signs its Time to Refinance

Perhaps you’ve thought about refinancing your mortgage, but you’re unsure whether or not it’s the right move. Maybe you’re asking yourself if it’s the right time, and wondering if rates will stay low, go lower or even begin to rise.

Truth is, sometimes it’s hard to know when to take the plunge.

Whether you bought a home recently or many years ago, you probably noticed that mortgage rates stayed near historic lows in early 2021.

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Complete Checklist for Moving Into Your First House

Complete Checklist for Moving Into Your First House

There are many milestones in every person’s life. One of those is moving from your parent’s house to your own. However, an efficient move is not easy because there are many considerations to think about. To help you make a smooth transition, check out this complete checklist for moving into your first home.

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10 Tips for A Successful Open House

10 Tips for A Successful Open House
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Open houses…are they really effective? 

Real estate agents swear by them, while others say they’re a waste of time.

Of course, it’s up to you as the seller to decide whether or not to hold an open house, but here are a few best practices to consider.

The “dos and don’ts” below reflect the experiences of countless sellers and their agents in a wide variety of markets, so as with any marketing effort…choose what will work for you!

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8 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Selling

8 Ways To Prepare Your Home For Selling

If you’ve decided to sell your home, expect to perform minor repairs and enhancements as part of the preparation. 

Small things like replacing rugs, door handles, and decluttering can help your property become more attractive to potential buyers. Preparing your home well can also help preserve its fair market value and make it more welcoming to people interested in acquiring your property.   

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Will There Be a Buyer’s Market This Year?

Will There Be a Buyer's Market This Year

Most of the U.S. has been experiencing a red hot seller’s market this year. While there was uncertainty about the state of the housing market at the start of the pandemic, sellers are now getting top dollar for their homes, and buyers are having a hard time snagging them.

The question on many buyers’ minds is when the tipping point will be. When will we start to see a shift from a seller’s market to a buyer’s market — will it be this year?

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