Are you ready to buy a home and considering going in the route of new builds? It may seem like an easy enough process, where you get to call the shots of how you want your dream home to be, but there is a lot of risk when it comes to new construction if you are going in blindly. It's unfortunately not as trouble free as we'd like to hope, if you don't have the right representative by your side to help with the things that need to be looked out for from a professional's eye.
Read more10 Staging Tips To Get Your Home Sold
Ready to sell your house? Here is a few staging tips to get your home prepared for the market. When listing a home that cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, if not millions, you want to make sure it's presented in the best light. You wouldn't buy a $50,000 dollar car if it was filled from top to bottom in someone's personal content and trash. This is the same mindset you need to carry into selling your home that will be worth well over a $100,000.
Read moreFrom "I Do" to Sold
Newlyweds are saying "I do" to each other, and equate to over half of first time home buyers that are also saying "I do" to their dream homes. It makes sense! When you put two hearts together, the time comes to find a home to nourish that love. A home that brings two of your places together, and makes it one. If you and your spouse are ready to fall in love with the perfect house together, here are five tips to make sure the process goes smoothly, and you come prepared.
Read moreFOR SALE: Live by the Lake! 20406 70th Street E, Bonney Lake
Do you dream of owning a home by the lake? Look no further - This home has everything you've been looking for! This meticulously maintained and elegant craftsman is surrounded by mature trees on just shy of 1/3 of an acre. Just half a block to the lake in EITHER DIRECTION! 4 bedrooms (+1 large upstairs bonus room), 2.5 bathrooms, a dedicated office and a 4 CAR GARAGE!
Read moreFall Leaves Bring Sold Signs
Summer has come to an end and you probably are thinking you've lost the opportunity to sell, and need to wait till next summer. But that's far from the truth! Although it's not as hectic and crazy with the swarm of buyers on the market, the fall season brings out the most serious of lookers. They are the pool of buyers that waited out the summer frenzy to find their perfect home in the fall, and you don't want to miss these buyers!
Read moreDon't Replace Your Agent With The Internet!
With the influx of new technology and web based solutions, it isn't a surprise that everything is moving fast into the era of the internet. From sites like Uber to Grubhub, we generally can pull up our phones or laptops to order what we want with ease. And with every industry being revolutionized by technology, the same methods are "attempting" to be applied to the real estate industry.
Read moreWhy Rent If You Can Buy
Home ownership rates are the lowest they have been in the last 50 years. Yet a large portion of Americans are still renting properties, instead of enjoying a home of their own. Consumer reports believe this is an issue because of a buyer's lack of trust in their ability to purchase. It is still a long standing notion that a buyer needs 20% towards the cost of the home in order to move forward, but this isn't true.
Read moreTop 10 Countdown to a Clutter Free Home
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I get it, you have a very busy life. And keeping your home clean on a daily basis can be tricky, even for those who are stay-at-home parents or work from home. Most every home is challenged with “clutter-control” issues. Stacked up old magazines, kid’s projects, or even garage items that you never throw away…all lend itself to a visually messy-looking home. If you think that decluttering your living space has to be time consuming, it doesn’t. By spending just a few minutes a day, reducing home clutter can become a way of life. The long-term benefits will save you time and energy…and your day will be less stressful.
Read moreTips on How to Buy a Home When Expecting
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You’re expecting? Congratulations, there is nothing more exciting! It can be incredibly stressful to be buying a home and having a baby at the same time; that’s why we’ve put together a list of what you should keep in mind during this important time.
Read moreConsequences of Missing a Mortgage Payment
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A mortgage is an important financial commitment that homeowners make and the payment is often the most expensive in the household budget. From time to time people may suffer from financial stress and be tempted to skip a mortgage payment to make ends meet. Read on for valuable information on why it is imperative to keep your mortgage payments consistent and the consequences if they are missed.
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