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Tuesday, June 18, 2024   /   by Brittany Aspenson

5 DECISIVE QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR SIGNIFICANT OTHER BEFORE BUYING A HOUSE TOGETHER

While it's a cliche that communication is key among successful couples, it couldn’t be any truer and more crucial if you’re planning to buy a house together. Not only are you going to make one of the most fulfilling purchases of your life—but you’re also going to experience the joy and hardships of homeownership with the person you love.


Tuesday, June 4, 2024   /   by Brittany Aspenson

THE BIGGEST PROS AND CONS OF BUYING A HOUSE NEAR A HIGHWAY, AIRPORT, AND OTHER LANDMARKS

If you're house-hunting for your ideal property, you might have heard about the “location, location, location” mantra that’s prominent in real estate. Here we’ve listed five locations that might make you think twice before living near them. 


Tuesday, April 30, 2024   /   by Brittany Aspenson

5 COMMON REASONS FOR BUYER'S REMORSE AFTER PURCHASING A HOME

What is home buyer's remorse?

Buyer’s remorse is a feeling of regret, guilt, or anxiety after making a purchase, thinking that it’s a wrong decision. It’s also known as buyer’s regret or buyer’s disappointment. While it can result from any sort of purchase, even the smallest ones, it usually occurs after a significant commitment, such as buying a house or a car.

Some homeowners feel buyer’s remorse after purchasing a home. They either feel that it was an outright mistake or think that there’s a better option for them out there. Buyer’s remorse is common, especially to first-timers. In fact, a 2022 survey of homeowners found that more than half — 60 percent — feel some form of buyer’s remorse over their housing purchases. Regrets are especially common among those who bought a home during the pandemic era (2020 or later), when sale prices began to boom. 

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Thursday, February 8, 2024   /   by Brittany Aspenson

SHOULD YOU SELL YOUR HOUSE THIS YEAR OR WAIT? CONSIDER THESE FACTORS FIRST

The decision on whether or not to sell your beloved home is already a difficult thing to process. But knowing and understanding when to sell — it's another critical point that can affect your decision and would-be profit, especially when the housing market feels unpredictable. 


Monday, January 24, 2022   /   by Brittany Aspenson

Buy First, Sell Later...it IS Possible!

We know the idea of buying another home when you have a home to sell can feel overwhelming... especially in this low inventory market. We want to share some exciting news with you that we have financing tools that are not only effective, but convenient!
Our Home Swap option provides homeowners who qualify (and MANY do!) the ability to buy their next home without their current home being sold yet. Our Refresh program offers cash assistance to help if your current home needs work prior to listing. And we also can facilitate a CASH OFFER for those looking to make the process super simple! Finally, our Multiple Offer Strategy will ensure selling at the highest price in this Seller's Market. 
These options help alleviate the fear and challenge of listing your home then trying to compete for the next, all within a designated time frame. You can't go wrong! It's an amazing opportunity if you are looking to MOVE and take advantage of historically low interest rates.
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