by Katy O'Batey | Nov 19, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
Many sellers feel that the spring is the best time to place their home on the market as buyer demand increases at that time of year. However, the fall and winter have their own advantages. Here are five reasons to sell now. Only Serious Buyers Are Out At this time of...
by Katy O'Batey | Nov 14, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
One of the first stages during the hunt for a new home is crunching the numbers to figure out your budget. And no matter how high or low that budget may be, prospective homebuyers should take into consideration the cost of insuring the home. It’s easy to...
by Katy O'Batey | Oct 24, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
Why is it homeowners decide to stay home for showings! So, how do you get a senior homeowner to leave when their home is being shown? First, let’s consider why they are choosing to stay there in the first place. Even though it may feel like they are just trying to...
by Katy O'Batey | Oct 7, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
There has been a lot written about how buying a home is less expensive than renting one in most parts of the country. Rents are skyrocketing and homes are still at great prices. These two situations are also causing some sellers to consider renting their home instead...
by Katy O'Batey | Sep 26, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
Your credit score and your insurance payments- what’s the connection? You’re likely not surprised when your loan officer asks for your social security number- a thorough credit check is standard when applying for a loan. However, many consumers are caught off-guard...
by Katy O'Batey | Sep 25, 2013 | Blog, Featured
This great home has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and views from the front windows. Cathedral ceilings, manufactured stone countertops, raised oak panel cabinets are a few of the features in the home. A new dishwasher and new gas stove compete the kitchen. Tile floors in...