TOP 10 OVERLOOKED QUESTIONS WHEN PURCHASING A HOME
August 09, 2018
Top 10 Overlooked QuestionsWHEN PURCHASING A HOME 1. Where is the Seller's Disclosure ? ( Even if you are in love with a home, be aware of all of it's flaws.)2. What is the home zoning guidelines ? ( This is especially important if you want to make structural changes to the home.) 3....
Keep those pesky animals out of your house!
August 09, 2018
Since Summer is on the downhill side, and cooler weather is around the corner, here is a little advice to make your Winter a bit more pleasant.When the weather starts to change, rodents, squirrels, chipmunks and the like, start looking for warm places to nest for the Winter. Unfortunately, attics are a place that offer shelter, warmth and ...
Homeownership Rate Jumps to 4-Year High as More Americans Make Gains
August 09, 2018
Homeownership Rate Jumps to 4-Year High as More Americans Make GainsBy Andrea Riquier | Jul 27, 2018 Website: https://www.realtor.com/news/real-estate-news/homeownership-rate-jumps-4-year-high-americans-make-gains/More Americans became homeowners in the spring, and the number of renters decreased, adding to evidence that consumers still aspire to ownership despite ongoing housing market headwinds.The national homeownership rate rose to 64.3% in the second quarter, ...
Choosing a Charlotte NC REALTOR® to Work with in 3 Easy Steps
August 09, 2018
Post by: Nancy Braun, Showcase Realty The many roles of an agentChoosing the Charlotte NC REALTOR® to work with is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when you’re selling your home.One of the common mistakes I see many first time home sellers do is list their homes with the first agent they ...
HOW TO STAGE YOUR HOUSE
August 08, 2018
HOW TO STAGE YOUR HOUSEClean everything!This includes the outside as well as inside. Mow the lawn, remove chipped paint, wash the windows, and power wash dirty siding or porches. Then move inside. Clean the kitchen, bathroom, and all other room thoroughly. Remove cobwebs, dirt, and dust.Rearrange the furniture!Move around the furniture to optimize space. Try ...
August 2018 Middle Tennessee Market Update
August 08, 2018
The real estate market is still hot! In the Middle Tennessee area of Manchester, TN; Home sales are up 8% from last year to date. Even with limited inventory, not only the number of sales, but the sales price is increasing. Median home prices for 2018 are up 8% vs. 2017 year to date. Thinking ...
What is a 'pre-approval' and why is it so important?
August 08, 2018
Call up a local realtor about a property that you’re interested in seeing and the agent might ask you if you have a pre-approval letter before agreeing to show you the property. Why is that so important? Can’t they just show me the property if I’m an interested buyer?Getting a pre-approval from a ...
Millionaire To Millennials: Owning Your Home Can Help You Retire Sooner!
August 08, 2018
In a CNBC article, self-made millionaire David Bach explained that: “Buying a home is the escalator to wealth in America. Homeownership can also help you retire early, that is, if you pay your mortgage off.”Bach suggests that homebuyers should, “Take out a 30-year mortgage, but with the intention of paying it off in 25, ...
Redefining when the mortgage process starts
August 07, 2018
POSTED ON AUGUST 7, 2018 - 10:16 AM BY GREG BUTLERIf you ask mortgage professionals when the mortgage process starts, their answer is likely to be, “When the consumer fills out the 1003 application.” That is incorrect.The mortgage process really begins when a consumer decides to buy a home, and lenders aren't the only ones ...
Get your home ready for cooler weather while it's still nice outside.
August 07, 2018
Exterior prepClean out the gutters. N.Start composting. Clean outdoor furniture and gardening tools. Plant bulbs for spring-blooming flowers. Interior prepPrepare your furnace for winter duty. IClean the fireplace and chimney. Keep the warm air inside and the cold air outside. Light the way. Bring as much light into your home ...
Patio Shade Ideas
August 07, 2018
Patio projects at budget prices. https://www.houselogic.com/by-room/yard-patio/patio-designs-on-a-budget/?site_ref=spotlight...
Tax Credits
August 06, 2018
NC home advantage tax credit could make your new home an atttraction option for first time buyers. With MCC a newly built home are eligible for a tax credit u to 50% of the annual interest paid, savign your buyers up to $2,000 per year on their federal income taxes for every year they occupy their home as ...
Mortgage rates are on the RISE, the time to buy is NOW!
August 06, 2018
Mortgage rates are expected to rise via the Federal Reserve up to 3 or 4 times in 2018. This can mean your mortgage will be much more expensive by the end of 2018 than the beginning. The Mortgage Bankers Association, the National Association of Realtors, and Realtor.com conclude that this could affect the 30 year mortgage interest rates ...
High-Resale Value Projects You Can Tackle In a Weekend
August 03, 2018
by Megan Wild “There’s no place like home,” as the old saying goes. That’s especially true when it comes to an investment. You live in and love your home, but there might come a time when you have to leave it. And when that time comes, you’ll want to get as much money ...
August Home Maintenance
August 02, 2018
Can you believe August is here?! Soon school will be back in session, the leaves will be changing colors, and pumpkins will be literally everywhere! Here are a few tips to keep your home running smoothly as we say goodbye to summer and gear up for a new school year. OUTDOOR MAINTENANCEChange out your HVAC filterAre your rooms ...
6 Smart Ways to Build Home Equity
August 02, 2018
Want to create wealth through homeownership? Build equity.Home equity is the percentage of your home’s value that you own, and it’s key to building wealth through homeownership. Let’s take a closer look at how to build home equity without blowing your budget — and how to access it when you need it.How much ...
What to Expect During a Home Inspection
August 02, 2018
