What is a Reverse Mortgage?
Posted on Feb 17, 2025 in For Sellers and/or Buyers
A reverse mortgage is a loan based on the current paid-up value or equity in your home. Instead of making a monthly mortgage payment, your lender can use your equity to pay you a set monthly amount (in regular monthly payments starting at $1,000 or quarterly payments starting at $3,000) or pay out a lump sum to you. While gaining access to this mon...Home Shopping by Generation: How Preferences and Trends Differ Across Age Groups
Posted on Feb 10, 2025 in For Sellers and/or Buyers
The process of buying a home is deeply personal, shaped by life stages, priorities, and cultural trends. From first-time buyers to retirees, generational differences play a significant role in shaping what people look for in a home and how they go about finding it. Let’s explore how home shopping varies by generation and what these preferences reve...Real Estate Terms Every Home Buyer Should Know
Posted on Jan 13, 2025 in For Sellers and/or Buyers
Whether you're ready to buy your first home or just need an acronym refresher, keep this glossary handy. You don’t need a real estate license to find your dream home, but it does help to become familiar with real estate jargon you might encounter during the process. When searching for a home or applying for a mortgage, you may hear your real estate...Setting Real Estate Goals in 2025: A Blueprint for Success
Posted on Jan 06, 2025 in For Sellers and/or Buyers
As we step into 2025, the real estate market continues to evolve, influenced by technological advancements, economic trends, and shifting buyer preferences. Whether you’re an aspiring homeowner, a seasoned investor, or a real estate professional, setting clear and actionable goals is essential for navigating this dynamic landscape. Here’s how to se...Can a Buyer Inspect a Home Without a Seller’s Permission?
Posted on Jun 17, 2022 in For Sellers and/or Buyers
Here’s the scenario: Your house is on the market, and you have interested buyers, but they are concerned about the roof. Maybe your home has a bit of damage from the last storm, but it’s nothing major. Still, a potential buyer sends a roofer to check things out without your approval. Sending a professional to somehow inspect the condition of your h...Major Household Dangers for Cats and Dogs
Posted on May 27, 2022 in For Sellers and/or Buyers
All pet parents want to keep their fur babies safe. So they may be shocked to learn their home can be a minefield of potential hazards that can cause severe harm or even death for their feline and canine family members. Cats and dogs are curious animals and tend to get into things, so nothing is foolproof. But there are some easy precautions that y...