Three Home Buying Myths You Need to Know

Three Home Buying Myths You Need to Know

If you’ve been thinking about buying your first home, chances are you’re getting tons of advice from everyone you mention it to. It can be pretty overwhelming which is why I want to share 3 home buying myths you need to know if you’re considering homeownership. These will help debunk some of the things you may be hearing from people who want to give…
Top Lifestyle Considerations for Buying a Home

Top Lifestyle Considerations for Buying a Home

You’re not just buying a house, you’re buying a lifestyle! That means when you’re writing out your list of must have home features and deal breakers, you need to think beyond the “house data” and figure out which features to focus on that will give you the lifestyle you want to live! As a buyer, you might say you’re looking for a 3 bedroom…
How Much Below the Asking Price Should We Offer on a House?

How Much Below the Asking Price Should We Offer on a House?

You’re getting ready to start the home buying process, browsing through all the real estate websites to see what’s out there and have started your new home wish list. You’ve probably been getting advice from friends and family members about how to get a good deal and things you should do to avoid overpaying. Now you’re wondering how much do you actually offer on…
Pricing Mistakes to Avoid When Listing Your Home For Sale

Pricing Mistakes to Avoid When Listing Your Home For Sale

Pricing your home can be a tricky science sometimes. There is a lot to consider such as the updates you've done, the neighborhood you live in, the size of your home and the location. What the value of your house looks like on paper might not always match the market value of your home. Ultimately the market is going to determine how much your…
What Does a Buyer’s Agent Do

What Does a Buyer’s Agent Do

After helping many first time home buyers successfully buy their dream home, I noticed something that I want to share with as many future first time home buyers as possible! What I noticed was that several of these buyers weren’t aware that they had the ability to use a buyer’s agent to represent them in one of the biggest purchases they will ever make!…
The Products Every New Homeowner Needs From Trader Joes

The Products Every New Homeowner Needs From Trader Joes

You signed your name about 200 times and got the keys to your new house! Now you’re ready for a weekend of cleaning, unpacking, and decorating your new space! It’s going to be a busy few weeks getting settled so I rounded up some of my favorite go-to products for new homeowners and they’re all from Trader Joes! Print this out or grab a…
Home Buyer Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make

Home Buyer Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make

Whether you're getting married, looking for more space to raise a family, want to stop renting and start investing, or maybe you're looking for a rental property you can make some extra cash on - The reasons people have for wanting to buy a home can vary. However, whatever your reason, you'll want to be sure to avoid these top 4 mistakes (trust me,…
How to Make House Hunting as Easy as Binge-Watching Netflix

How to Make House Hunting as Easy as Binge-Watching Netflix

You know the feeling when you struggle to find something to watch on Netflix because it’s just so overwhelming with the number of shows and movies to choose from? Well, the same thing can happen when it comes to house hunting! There are so many real estate websites and so many houses to look at. Digging through countless websites, having your phone glued to…
The Answers You Need to Why Your Home Isn’t Selling

The Answers You Need to Why Your Home Isn’t Selling

I see you out there… the For Sale sign is up in your front yard, people have come and gone to the Open House (or maybe the Open House had very little traffic which left you feeling defeated). You are seeing neighbors sell their homes after only a few days and wondering why you haven’t gotten that accepted offer yet. Here are a few…
The Reasons Why Your Offer Was Rejected

The Reasons Why Your Offer Was Rejected

You find the perfect house, start creating all of your Home Décor Pinterest boards and BAM – you find out that the sellers didn’t accept your offer. Your dreams of making dinner in the beautiful farmhouse kitchen are crushed and you’re wondering what you did wrong. Well here are a few reasons your offer could’ve been rejected that can help you next time you…