Reasons To Ask For Two Agents To Oversee Your Open House

Posted on: 23 August 2017

It's customary for the listing agent to oversee the open house that he or she is trying to sell for the homeowner, but it's acceptable to request that a second agent joins the main agent. If you're selling your home and an open house is approaching, you might wish to evaluate whether your listing agent will be able to take care of the event on his or her own. An inability to do so isn't a failure on the agent's behalf — rather, there are several potential reasons that you might ask your agent if he or she could have a colleague play the role of assistant. [Read More]

Comparing Fixed And Variable Rate Mortgages

Posted on: 1 August 2017

When buying a new home, there's a whole lot of technical and financial paperwork to deal with, but nothing is more important than the type of mortgage that you will be agreeing to pay. There are two main types of mortgages that most homeowners will end up signing on to, differentiated by the rate at which they charge interest: fixed and variable rate mortgages. Understanding how each works and the differences between the two can help you decide which mortgage is the right fit for your financial needs. [Read More]

Four Benefits Of Purchasing A Smaller House

Posted on: 1 August 2017

The bigger the better, right? With homes across the country growing larger and larger, and many buyers specifically looking for homes in the 2,500 to 3,000 square foot range, the "bigger is better' mentality is certainly pervasive in real estate. But that does not mean that this adage stands true for everyone. If you don't have a huge family or a collection that requires three spare rooms, you may actually be better off with a smaller home. [Read More]

4 Mistakes Millennials Need to Avoid When Buying Their First Home

Posted on: 11 July 2017

There are many millennials out there who have finally landed that dream job and are experiencing enough financial stability to purchase a home for the first time. It's important that millennials buying their first home understand the full importance of the purchase and avoid common mistakes that could negatively impact their financial futures. The following are four mistakes you need to avoid if you're a millennial who will soon be a first-time homebuyer: [Read More]