What to Know When Hunting for a Family Home
House hunting can be hard work – especially when you are looking for a family home. Knowing what you want and need in a house is an important first step, especially when making a decision that will impact everyone in your family.
Preparing to Buy a House in the Summer
Summer days can be – quite literally – a hot time for the property market. The good weather and longer days make it much easier for would-be buyers to visit properties for sale and see them up close and personal.
Why it's Hard to Buy a House in 2022
Ask anyone you know trying to buy a house right now and you will get the same answer: it is nearly impossible to get what you are looking for.
Should You Sell in December?
As many people decide to hold off until the new year to list their property, you may gain from a great window in a seller’s market – there will be far fewer homes available for potential buyers to view, which means you may be able to command a premium for your property, especially if you get several viewers interested in starting the new year in a new home.
How Credit Scores Impact Your Interest Rate
We should all make sure we look after our finances, especially when a home purchase is on the horizon. Your financial well-being can have a huge impact on the interest rate you'll end up paying on your mortgage. Most lenders, whether U.S.-based or not, are going to check your financial status before they even start talking about prevailing mortgage interest rates. In other words: Your credit score really matters!
Love or Lust: Ways to Know a House Is the One
Whether you're a first-time home buyer or looking for your forever home, purchasing a house can be a daunting task and the fear of buyer's remorse can cause serious anxiety.How do I know this house is right for me? What should I be considering when purchasing? How do I avoid the dreaded buyer's remorse? These are all valid questions one could ask before entering into a purchase or sale agreement.Here are some things you'll want to consider before making that decision: