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Did you think that you read that title wrong? Our society is used to seeing retiring generations downsizing their houses as their children have grown and left the house, however things are changing. However, according to a study by Merrill Lynch, over 30 percent of baby boomers are beginning to upsize their house for retirement. […]

If you are getting ready to put your house on the market, chances are you want it to sell quickly. Home staging can help with that. It has been proven through multiple studies and reports that homes that are staged, on average, sell faster and for more money than their competition. Hiring a professional home […]

There are many homeowners that would love the opportunity to remodel their homes, but they have a hard time deciding if the money would be worth it. Homeowners also worry about maintaining the balance of remodeling in a way that they would enjoy while living there, without detracting from any potential sales. If you have […]

Buying a house is one of the most expenses purchases that the majority of us will make. Even with that fact, many people do not even think of trying to shop around for a mortgage. Most people work with the first lender that they come across that approves them for a loan. However, investing time […]

Everyone has heard the story of millennials. They are living at home with their parents longer than any other generation, they are choosing to rent instead of buy, and are pegged as not wanting to have responsibility. However, this is not true of all millennials as they are poised to become the largest demographic of […]

If you are a parent you understand the importance of a school district. Schools differ greatly from one school district to the next and parents that want their children in the best schools take action. But, are people really willing to base their real estate search around the school district they are looking for? Stats […]

When you are getting ready to sell your home you are usually thinking about the amount of money you will make, not the amount of money you will need to spend. However, there are many hidden costs involved when selling your home. With a little advanced planning you can find ways to lower the costs […]

If you have read any articles or guide on the process of buying real estate, chances are you have heard it mentioned that you need to do your due diligence. While most people know it’s important, many people do not understand what is included in the process. Due diligence can be crucial to making sure […]

The National Association of Realtors has found that after viewing a house they like online, 63 percent of buyers will at least drive by to look at it. When they do, your curb appeal is going to be what stands out to them. Is the exterior and landscaping something that will make them want to […]

When you are in the process of looking for a house to buy you might notice that many of the houses on the market have a status of “contingent offer.” What does this mean for you as a buyer? Is it still worth looking at the house? When a house has a contingent offer status […]