Real Estate

Find out all of the hidden costs of buying a house! You’ve finally saved for your down payment and gone under contract, and BAM you have to cover a $500 inspection cost. What other hidden costs are lingering ahead? Everyone talks about the 20% down payment but RARELY do people discuss the actual process costs. […]

What upgrades will actually increase your home value? You have the nicest house on the block, but what is it really worth in an appraisers eyes? Is your stainless steel and granite counter top kitchen worth more than the bigger, outdated home next door? You’d be surprised to know that more often than not, the

Pros And Cons of selling your own home With this seller’s market and low inventory, you might be considering selling your home without a Realtor. What does it really entail and what are the pros and cons with a for sale by owner process? Trust me, if I were you and I could save thousands

Did you know that 5.2 million people in the US have fallen for a rental scam?! They are more prevalent than you think. As a Realtor, I’ve had instances where my listings were used in scamming others and so I always urge renters to be very weary during their search for a home to rent.

What is an open house? How are you supposed to act at an open house? Are you even allowed to go to one? I’m here to help answer all of your questions about open houses! Over the last few years as a real estate agent, I’ve hosted over 150 open houses so I can tell

Are you planning on buying or selling a house right now? This global pandemic has affected all of our lives, and real estate is no exception. As a licensed Realtor in Florida, I have seen the changes first hand and have created this guide to help you through your home purchase or sale during this

Are you planning to buy a home in the next few years? Throughout the last few years as a real estate agent, I have found that there are numerous guides on the home buying process but very few on how to PREPARE to be ready for home ownership. How much down payment do you need?

First of all, let’s define the general premise of a rent-to-own program. The typical path to homeownership is buying a home using cash or a mortgage with either a down payment assistance program, or a downpayment. Mortgages require a certain financial standing, (stay tuned for future posts about what lenders are looking for). Due to