Every industry has its own vocabulary. The stock market talks in terms of “share,” “position,” “bid” and “ask.” Real estate is no different. So knowing what Realtors mean with their multiple listing lingo is a timely endeavor when looking for a home. U.S. News & World Report real estate staff writer Luke Mullins fills you in […]
JUST LIVING WITH IT: MOST REAL LIFE HAUNTINGS ARE NO BIG DEAL
While October is the month people traditionally try to creep everyone else out, some live with the creeps all year long and rarely talk about it. According to Forbes’ Brenda Richardson, houses with spooky vibes are not all that uncommon, but it doesn’t necessarily portend an impending “for sale” sign in the front yard. She […]
Guide to COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Relief from cfpb
This is important information that I received from the cfpb (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau) and I wanted to share it. I trust you will share it with those you feel may need this information. Stay well. The majority of Americans will start to see some financial relief in April through economic impact payments being […]
5 Powerful Reasons to Own Instead of Rent
Owning a home has great financial benefits. In a recent research paper, Homeownership and the American Dream, Laurie S. Goodman and Christopher Mayer of the Urban Land Institute explained: “Homeownership appears to help borrowers accumulate housing and nonhousing wealth in a variety of ways, with tax advantages, greater financial flexibility due to secured borrowing, built-in ‘default’ […]
Should I Refinance My Home?
With the recent lower interest rates, many homeowners are wondering if they should refinance. To decide if refinancing is the best option for your family, start by asking yourself these questions: Why do you want to refinance? There are many reasons to refinance, but here are three of the most common ones: Lower your interest […]
5 Real Estate Reality TV Myths Explained
Have you ever been flipping through the channels, only to find yourself glued to the couch in an HGTV binge session? We’ve all been there, watching entire seasons of shows like “Property Brothers,” “Fixer Upper,” and “Love It or List It,” all in one sitting. When you’re in the middle of your real estate-themed TV show marathon, you might start […]