Tips for Buyers

The expression “putting your money where your mouth is” demonstrates a monetary sincerity to what could be empty words.  In today’s market, sellers want as much assurance as possible that the buyer is sincere and will close on the sale. The seller who accepts a contract expects the buyer to follow through but, in most cases, […]

There are a variety of considerations when purchasing a home and one that is becoming increasingly important is the commute time and distance to and from work. Whether you are taking your personal vehicle, riding public transit, or carpooling with neighbors, a commute can have a significant impact on your quality of life. The past […]

  The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19% in 2021, driven primarily by low mortgage rates and a major supply shortage.1  But while some had hoped 2022 would bring […]

Homebuyers, both first time and move up, must have an offer strategy in today’s seller’s market.  This strategy is not about trying to negotiate the best price; it is simply about beating out the competition and buying the home.  It may be difficult to understand until you have lost a few homes to better offers.  The  […]