How to Respond to a Lowball Offer

How to Respond to a Lowball Offer

After all the hard work it takes to ready a home for sale, it can be so discouraging to find the first offer you get is a lowball offer. Regardless of the market, there are buyers who write offers 10%, 20%, even 30% below list 

Buyer’s “Love Letters” – Should You Read Them When Selling Your Home?

Buyer’s “Love Letters” – Should You Read Them When Selling Your Home?

Selling a home can be an emotional experience. As the seller, you want to make sure that the buyer loves the home as much as you do and will take care of it. In other words, you’re looking for the perfect buyer with the perfect 

Prioritizing Lifestyle Amid Rising Interest Rates

Prioritizing Lifestyle Amid Rising Interest Rates

The real estate market has changed over the past year. One of the biggest issues facing anyone considering a home purchase or sale is rising interest rates. After enjoying years of mortgage rates in the 2-3% range, many borrowers are shocked to see a conventional 

Understanding FHA-Approved Condos

Understanding FHA-Approved Condos

In order to use FHA financing to buy a condo, the condominium project must meet the eligibility requirements of the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). FHA-insured loans offer some significant benefits for the home buyer, such as lower down payment requirements and reduced lender fees, and 

Unusual but Important Considerations When Choosing the Right Neighborhood

Unusual but Important Considerations When Choosing the Right Neighborhood

Most people know that choosing the right neighborhood is one of the most important aspects of a great lifestyle. When buying a new home, this becomes even more important. While everyone knows that property values, safety, schools, and commute ranks high in importance, there are 

Does Your Listing Use the Right Keywords to Attract Buyers?

Does Your Listing Use the Right Keywords to Attract Buyers?

If you’re selling your home, you already know it’s critical to your success to attract as many potential buyers as possible. Yes, you’ve engaged a real estate agent to handle the marketing and listing, but you need to be aware of the effectiveness of their 

5 Important Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper Home

5 Important Things to Consider Before Buying a Fixer-Upper Home

Purchasing a fixer-upper property can be an exciting and rewarding experience. HGTV is filled with programs of amateurs knocking down walls and tiling bathroom floors. The fact is that this is much harder than it looks and before diving headfirst into this kind of project, 

Biophilic Design Trend – Embracing Nature at Home

Biophilic Design Trend – Embracing Nature at Home

Have you heard about the new style taking the interior design industry by storm? Biophilic Design is a growing trend among designers that incorporates natural elements, colors, patterns, and nature into the home décor in new and exciting ways. This focus on nature enhances the 

Market Signal to Watch For in Real Estate

Market Signal to Watch For in Real Estate

The housing market has been crazy over the past few years. While there have always been periods of ups and downs, buyer’s markets and seller’s markets, yet the frenetic pace and swings since the start of the pandemic has had everyone on edge. Now that 

What Not to Say When Someone Asks Why You’re Selling

What Not to Say When Someone Asks Why You’re Selling

The minute you list your home, everyone will want to know why. You will hear from your neighbors, family members, and friends. Of course, there is no harm in speaking freely with family and friends but be careful what you tell your neighbors and especially