Affordability and growth are two of the largest factors when choosing a sound real estate investment. Whether you’re looking for your forever home or hoping to expand your portfolio with some investment properties, real estate is almost always a sound decision. Low median home prices mixed with high job growth and high population growth can […]
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10 Ways Millennials are Changing Real Estate
Millennials are changing the real estate market. Their approach to home buying is very methodical and research-driven, and it is amazing how much their behaviors have influenced today’s real estate market. Home buyers age 36 and younger now make up 34% of the buying market (per the National Association of Realtors). Here are ten ways […]
Should I Use a Realtor When Building a New Home?
Should I use a Realtor when building a new home? is a question a lot of people ask when shopping with builders, and it’s actually a great question! Surprisingly, there’s not much information regarding this subject online. But here are 7 reasons why the answer to this question is a resounding “yes”. You should, in fact, […]
Healthy Living in Dublin
With more holiday meals approaching and cold weather keeping us indoors, it can become quite difficult to stay healthy and fit this time of year. However, Dublin is a community committed to a healthy lifestyle. Dublin has a variety of organic grocery stores, health and fitness shops, gyms, juice bars, and more to help keep […]
Seller Closing Costs Explained
Closing costs refer to all the expenses associated with a real estate transaction. The fees owed by each party depends on the agreed upon purchase price, contract terms, and even location. Needless to say, if you don’t know what you’re looking for, understanding your closing costs can be a bit overwhelming. This blog, Seller Closing […]
Buyer Closing Costs Explained
Closing costs refer to all the expenses associated with a real estate transaction. The closing costs owed by each party depends on the agreed upon purchase price, contract terms, and even location. Needless to say, if you don’t know what you’re looking for, understanding your closing costs can be a bit overwhelming. This buyer closing […]
Building a New Home vs Buying an Existing Home
Are you thinking about buying your next dream home, but struggling with the idea of building a new home vs buying an existing home? Here is a list of some pros and cons of each to help make the decision a little easier for you. Pros of Building a New Home Full Customization If you […]
How to Reduce Your Home’s Carbon Footprint
Homeowners today have the ability to reduce their carbon footprint with a combination of simple changes, modern tech, and practical green tips. The US’ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines a carbon footprint as “The total amount of greenhouse gases that are emitted into the atmosphere each year by a person, family, building, organization, or company.” […]
Buying an Older Home
Many of us love the character and personality of older homes. Gorgeous woodwork, wrap-around porches, arched doorways, ornate fireplaces and sweeping, carved staircases. However, there are risks and additional expenses of buying an older home; therefore, you need to protect yourself against these risks. It is all in the inspection. Inspect, inspect, inspect. I recommend […]
The Best Time To Sell Your Home
Wondering when is the best time to sell your home? It is one of the most common questions I receive. The answer is, “it depends”. The correct response is based on several issues, one of the largest being your motivation to sell. Are you hoping to sell quickly? Get top dollar? Both? Here are several […]