By Kathie Moore
For years now, virtual home tours have helped real estate buyers far and wide find the perfect home. From long-distance military personnel being relocated, to investors expanding their portfolio, to homeowners looking for a vacation getaway, this technology makes finding a house that’s a bit out of driving distance much easier. And for real estate […]
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the first things buyers notice when they walk into a home, and it’s also a detail that you, as a seller, can […]
You want your home to be appealing to potential home buyers. One of the best ways to do this is through staging. You don’t have to be a professional designer or spend a lot of money to get your house show ready. Just follow this guide to staging your house one room at a time. […]
Wealth is within reach for many people; however, according to a recent study, 63 percent of Americans said it’s not likely they’ll become rich.1 While younger people are more likely to say they’ll achieve wealth one day, only 34 percent of people aged 30 to 49 and 21 percent of people aged 50 or older […]
From Money Magazine…The Foo Fighters, The Killers, and Keith Urban walk onto a stage — where are you? If you lived in Franklin, Tennessee, you’d be home. This is the caliber of artists that the Pilgrimage Festival draws every September to The Park at Harlinsdale Farm in Franklin. This Tennessee town has been a strong […]
When the appraiser comes back with a lower amount than you expected, it can be a bit shocking. It’s better to know in advance what commonly causes an appraisal to come back on the low end so that you can do whatever is needed to help ensure your house gets the right numbers. Some things […]
What is Home Equity? Home equity seems to be a very simple calculation — the total amount of mortgages owed subtracted from the current market value of a home. Here is a simple example: Current Home Market Value $325,000 Existing Mortgage $225,000 Homeowner Equity $100,000 One side of the equation is well defined, and it […]
With trembling hands you’ve waited to see if your offer would be accepted on the house you can’t wait to call home. Joy fills your heart when your real estate agent tells you that the home seller accepted your offer. After you celebrate your victory, the unknown may sneak up on you and try to […]
It’s an exciting time in your life. You’ve decided to step out there and purchase your first home. With so many options available, you may lose sight of what’s important when thoughts of your dream home produce those rose colored glasses. Here are a few houses you should avoid when you’re buying your first home. […]
We’re in the midst of the longest economic expansion in U.S. history, and economists think there’s still room to grow. A recent survey by the National Association for Business Economics found that experts believe the U.S. economy will remain positive throughout 2020.1 Still, given that recessions are a natural (and necessary) part of a business […]
