by Katy O'Batey | Apr 21, 2014 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips
There are some people that have not purchased a home because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with our parents rent free, you are paying a mortgage – either your mortgage or your...
by Katy O'Batey | Mar 25, 2014 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
We have often suggested that potential home buyers consider rising interest rates when thinking about the true cost of a home. Remember, cost is not determined by price alone but by price and mortgage rate. The longer a buyer waits, the higher the mortgage payment...
by Katy O'Batey | Mar 10, 2014 | Blog, Helpful Tips, Sellers
Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey. Every quarter, Pulsenomics surveys a nationwide panel of over one hundred economists, real estate experts and investment...
by Katy O'Batey | Dec 5, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
The fixer-upper properties on the market will give you more purchasing power when shopping for a new home. Bargains can be found in homes that have been foreclosed, seized by the government or just fallen out of repair due to homeowner neglect. While it is true that...
by Katy O'Batey | Nov 25, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
Based on prices, mortgage rates and soaring rents, there may have never been a better time in real estate history to purchase a home than right now. Here are five major reasons purchasers should consider buying: Supply Is Shrinking With inventory declining in many...
by Katy O'Batey | Nov 21, 2013 | Blog, Buyers, Helpful Tips, Sellers
Throughout the home buying process there can be various hurdles to jump over to make sure everything goes smoothly. In today’s culture, we are finding more often unmarried couples are purchasing their first homes together. Although this sounds like a great plan,...
