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Category: Second Time Homebuyer (36 Articles)

Feb 19, 2025 | 5 min. read

Living With Renters: What You Need to Know Before Sharing your Home

It seems like everyone has a side hustle these days. With the cost of living through the roof and the price of just about everything seemingly on the rise, many of us are looking for ways to boost our earnings, reduce our living expenses, and make “adulting” just a little ... More

Feb 5, 2025 | 3 min. read

The Rising Trend of Multigenerational Living: A Cultural and Economic Shift

While we may not all jump for joy at the thought of living with our In-Laws, multigenerational living, where multiple generations of a family live together in one home, is experiencing a popularity boom in the United States. While this type of living arrangement has been common in other cultures ... More

Jan 20, 2025 | 3 min. read

Top renovations that add value before selling your home

If selling your home is on your 2025 bingo card, you may be looking for ways to maximize your earnings by increasing your home’s value and eventual sales price. Let’s dive into some of the top renovations that add value to your home. More

Nov 20, 2024 | 4 min. read

Holiday Spending vs Homebuying: How to Balance Your Budget

With the holiday season comes celebrations, traveling and gathering with loved ones. While this is a treasured time of year for many, it can be straining on a budget. Increased spending on gifts, decorations, parties and travel costs are to be expected during this time. If you’re planning to ... More

Nov 7, 2024 | 3 min. read

Understanding Seasonal Trends in Home Prices

As consumers, many of the goods and services we buy and sell have prices and values that fluctuate based on the season. For example, you may be able to score a better deal on a speedboat in the middle of winter than if you were to buy it in the ... More

Oct 17, 2024 | 2 min. read

How And When to Refinance Your Mortgage

Understanding how and when to refinance your mortgage is crucial for maximizing savings and reaching your financial goals. Homeowners might consider refinancing for a variety of reasons based on their unique situation and circumstances. Most commonly, refinancing is done with the goal of securing a lower interest rate, shortening the ... More

Oct 4, 2024 | 3 min. read

Contingent vs Pending Property Listings

Throughout your house hunting journey, you’re likely to come across the terms “pending” and “contingent”. While they may seem interchangeable, these terms describe two different stages of the real estate transaction process. Understanding these terms is important to homebuyers as they can help determine how close a property is ... More

Sep 19, 2024 | 4 min. read

Secrets to a Smooth Homebuying Experience

Successfully navigating the homebuying process requires careful planning and attention. There are many steps involved in obtaining a mortgage, and it may seem daunting at first, especially for first-time homebuyers. Having a team of trusted professionals by your side to guide you through the process can help make the experience ... More

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