• The Suburban Commute: The Selling Point For Many Homebuyers And How To Use It

    When you are starting out as a fresh-faced real estate agent, you are taught how to sell to all kinds of people. Everyone looks for something a little different in the places they call home, and you have to figure out what that is and find it for them. However, there are also some very common selling points that you might overlook when you are trying to find your clients the perfect home. [Read More]

  • Ready For Mortgage, But Not For Marriage? 3 Home-Buying Tips For Unmarried Couples

    There are a lot of reasons why you and your partner may have decided to delay marriage or even skip it all together. There's no reason why you have to get married to live your lives together, but being an unmarried couple does make some things – like home ownership – a bit trickier. If you and your partner are not married, but you are ready to invest in a home of your own, take a look at some tips that can help. [Read More]

  • Two Tips for Buying Real Estate

    There are few investments that you can make that are larger than purchasing real estate. Sadly, many homebuyers will not have the experience to be able to confidently go through this process without making oversights. In order to help you avoid making these potentially serious mistakes when buying real estate, you need to be aware of a couple of simple tips to help make sound choices during this purchase. Know the Benefits and Disadvantages of Homeowners Associations [Read More]

  • The Unexpected Expenses First-Time Buyers Often Face

    Purchasing a home is often one of the most expensive endeavors that an individual can embark on, even if it is so rewarding. You may have budgeted for how much your mortgage will cost a month, but you will also need to budget for other unexpected expenses that can result from owning a home. Some of these will be one-time expenses necessary to make your home livable. Other expenses will be on-going and will need to be factored into the monthly cost of owning a home. [Read More]

  • Renting an Apartment Sight-Unseen? 3 Important Things to Check

    Renting an apartment often means scheduling appointments for viewings and checking out the units in detail before making a decision. While this is often the ideal way to find an apartment, it may not be an option if you live far away and cannot travel to the apartment in time. Renting an apartment sight-unseen can be more difficult, but it can be done if you take the time to consider the following tips for finding an apartment without issues. [Read More]

  • What To Do (And What Not To Do) When Choosing A Listing Agent

    If it's your first experience choosing a listing agent for your property, there are a few things to know about the dos and don'ts of choosing an agent. Here are some things to look out for when choosing the right person for your real estate listings. Do Meet Multiple Agents It would be a mistake to only meet one agent before making your decision. For instance, you may like their presentation and be tempted to make a decision on the spot. [Read More]

  • Historic New York City: Where To Look For A Historic Home

    New York City has some of the country's oldest and most beautiful real estate. Many of the oldest houses have been converted into museums (such as the Van Cortlandt House, the oldest house in The Bronx, which even had George Washington as a guest). However, there are other homes that are also historic, if not quite as old. Below is a list of a few of the neighborhoods in the city that have old, historic housing. [Read More]

  • 3 Tips For Signing A Commercial Lease

    When you want to be sure that your business is created with an excellent foundation and starting point, you'll need to find a company that can provide you excellent office space for rent. Commercial office leasing can be an excellent starting point so you do not need to worry about funding the purchase of your own building. If this is something that interests you, read on and incorporate these points below in order to get a better understanding of what to expect. [Read More]

  • How To Evaluate A Property As A Potential Vacation Rental

    If you are a real estate investor looking for the hottest trends, you may have encountered people who make a lot of money by renting their home as a vacation rental. This can be a great investment, but there are a few things that you should look for when you buy property to guarantee you're getting a good deal.  What Are the Local Laws? Before you start looking at vacation rentals in the neighborhood, be sure that you consult the local codes to see what kinds of regulations and taxes apply. [Read More]

  • Ready To Buy A Home? 3 Tips To Avoid Certain Expenses After Buying

    While you may be excited about the prospect of becoming a homeowner, you do not want to jump into the process without putting extensive thought into what you truly need in a home. It is easy to get carried away with the features that you want to the point of pushing the needs to the sidelines. This can lead to a home that is not a good fit for your family, and it could come with several avoidable expenses. [Read More]