by Mark Chaffee | Oct 20, 2021 | Homebuying, Real Estate Market
Spring and summer are traditionally popular times to purchase a home in many parts of the country. However, home shopping in autumn can offer several unique advantages. Here are four reasons why buying a home in this season may be beneficial. Less competition With...
by Mark Chaffee | Sep 21, 2021 | Home Selling, How To, Real Estate Market
When you’re getting ready to sell your home, you want to showcase all its positive features. To do this effectively, you may need to take some time to stage your home’s interior and exterior for potential homebuyers in order to sell it quickly and for a great price....
by Mark Chaffee | Jul 27, 2021 | Homebuying, Real Estate Market, Tips for Homeowners
Over the last year or so, buying homes “sight unseen” – without visiting them in person – has become more popular for several reasons. Firstly, pandemic restrictions and concerns motivated many people to purchase homes without setting foot in them first. Secondly,...
by Mark Chaffee | Jun 29, 2021 | Homebuying, How To, Real Estate Market, Tips for Homeowners
Once you’ve found a home you’re interested in buying and signed a real estate contract, you’ll typically want to order a professional home inspection. While getting an inspection is generally not required, and the cost is usually your responsibility, it is a highly...
by Mark Chaffee | Jun 22, 2021 | Home Selling, Homebuying, Real Estate Market
Home prices have seen a significant increase over the past year. At the end of April, the National Association of REALTORS announced that the median existing-home sale price rose by a record-breaking annual rate of 17.2% in March to a historic high of $329,100 and...
by Mark Chaffee | Jun 15, 2021 | Home Selling, Real Estate Market, Tips for Homeowners
You’ve just signed a contract to buy your dream home – fantastic! But what’s next? Even after you’ve signed on the dotted line, there are a number of steps to complete before the deal is closed and the home is yours. To be prepared for this important stage, review...
