Understandably, the goal for any home seller is to sell their property quickly, while investing as little as possible in renovations. With a limited budget and a little effort, you can greatly increase your home’s appeal by focusing on what prospective buyers can see on their first visit. As a member of the Top 5 […]
Renting Your Vacation Property
How to Rent Your Vacation Property … Fast If you have a second home or vacation property you’re looking to sell, this market may prove to be exceptionally tough. That’s why leasing your property, at least for now, is something you should seriously consider. With the winter months upon us, now is the perfect time […]
What the Dodd-Frank Act Means for You
In an effort to restore consumer confidence while laying a foundation for future economic security, the Dodd Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act seeks to put systems and laws in place to prevent the likes of our recent economic crisis from ever happening again. But what does it mean for you, the consumer? […]
How New FHA Changes Could Affect Home Buyers
Earlier this week, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) implemented changes to the premium structures for an FHA-backed mortgage. My membership in the Top 5 in Real Estate Network® requires that I remain committed to keeping my clients and consumers informed, so it’s important that I let you know that these changes may make it more […]
Reverse Mortgages
How the New Reverse Mortgage Option Can Keep You in Your Home If you or someone you know is struggling to make ends meet in their golden years, the new reverse mortgage option might provide the right solution. As a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I am committed to providing my […]
Buying a Foreclosed Home? Top Problem Areas to Look Out For
Today’s real estate landscape offers some great buys for savvy real estate consumers, especially when it comes to foreclosure properties. Unfortunately, even though there are already a large number of foreclosures on the market, analysts are predicting that yet another wave of distressed properties will crop up in the coming months. As a Member of […]
Top 5 Mortgage Options for Home Buyers
While many great deals exist in today’s real estate market, securing the optimal mortgage is a critical part of your home purchase decision. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I have worked with many home buyers over the years and am well versed on the factors in every mortgage loan […]
Remodeling? New Lead Regulations You Need to Know About
While we’re all aware of the health risks posed by lead, you might not realize that even common renovation projects can be hazardous in terms of lead. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), activities like sanding, cutting and demolition can create dangerous lead dust and chips by disturbing lead-based paint, which can be […]
Top 5 Tips for Buying a Luxury Home
Despite the doom and gloom the media portrays regarding today’s real estate market, several unique opportunities exist for home buyers, in particular, luxury home buyers. While home prices across the country have dropped or stabilized to varying degrees, according to my colleagues in the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, luxury home prices have been […]
Why You Should Buy a Home Now…Even after the Tax Credit
While much press coverage has been given to the recent first-time and move-up buyer tax credit, there are many time-sensitive factors that make the current climate an exceptional time to buy a home…even without the tax credit. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network®, I have seen many real estate markets […]