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03/10/2023
When searching for a new home, it is crucial to thoroughly inspect every aspect of the property you intend to purchase. However, there are certain areas that are not within your purview as a potential buyer when touring a seller's residence. It is important to respect the seller's privacy and avo...
03/08/2023
No matter how beneficial purchasing a home may be for your long-term financial security, the cost of buying your first house can often seem exorbitant and unattainable. This leads many younger individuals to delay purchasing a home until later in life than they would have if the costs were more m...
03/01/2023
With the 2023 spring market upon us, how do you move from your current house to a new home? Or, in other words, if you want to successfully buy and/or sell a home in 2023, what do you need to know?  Find an agent - Connecting with a real estate agent can be a major advantage when it comes to buyi...
02/21/2023
When you list your home for sale, many people may be curious as to why you have decided to part with it. Perhaps you are looking for a change of scenery, or maybe you are ready to take on a new challenge. Whatever the reason, it is important to remember that you are in control of the situation an...
02/15/2023
Purchasing a home is a major commitment, and for some new homeowners, this decision has resulted in a sense of regret, otherwise known as "buyer's remorse". But what is the cause of this remorse?Navigating a highly competitive market, many buyers felt the pressure to make a purchase as quickly as...
02/08/2023
Every industry has jargon an outsider wouldn’t understand, and probably doesn’t need to know. But real estate is a field where almost every “outsider” needs a bit of insider knowledge in order to successfully buy, sell, or rent a place to live a few times in their lives.For instance, you could go...
02/01/2023
Last year, the Federal Reserve took decisive action to combat rising inflation. In response, mortgage rates skyrocketed from the record lows seen in 2021, reaching a peak of 7% in October. This sudden surge in rates had a detrimental effect on potential buyers' purchasing power, leading many to p...
01/25/2023
Now is an excellent opportunity to purchase a home. With interest rates dropping from the summer highs and sellers more willing to negotiate on concessions, it's the perfect time to take advantage of the market and invest in a property. Not only can you save money on your mortgage payments, but y...
01/18/2023
Winter has begun in Northern Delaware. We don't get lots of snow storms but the ones we get can be doozies.Knowing how to deal with snow is a must if you want to protect your home this winter—and that includes understanding what snow-related mistakes to avoid.So what, exactly, are those mistakes?...
01/11/2023
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