If you’ve never purchased a home before, you might not be familiar with a contingency offer. In fact, you might not even understand the offer process at all, so let’s start there. Step one, you ... More
It takes a lot more than a handshake and signature to get approved for a home loan, and that’s a good thing. Today’s approvals require an extensive amount of documentation, forms, and verifications to protect you and the lender. The objective is not to make buying your home ... More
Love is in the air, as are your dreams of life after your upcoming wedding. You’ve likely pictured your future a thousand times over. Maybe you and your soon-to-be spouse hope to purchase a condo in the city, a bungalow in a first-ring suburb, or a big home in ... More
A growing family doesn't necessarily need to start looking for a larger home. In fact, the best home option could be the one they are already living in, providing they can afford to make a few renovations. In many situations, it’s more affordable to improve the home you currently ... More
When the time comes to purchase a first home, questions about financing and down payments are sure to arise. The buyer will be asking how much money should I save to buy a home? Parents often wonder how they can help their grown children pay for a home. And everyone ... More
Maybe you have a new baby on the way. Perhaps you adopted a child. It could be that you have an aging parent who will be moving in with you. There are plenty of reasons why your family may be growing. Whatever the impetus, when your family does grow, it’... More
If you have aging parents, it’s likely you’ve had conversations about their current and future living conditions. Most aging parents hope to stay in their home for as long as possible. Doing so helps them retain a sense of independence. However, they will likely reach a stage when ... More
Is Buying a House While Pregnant Wise? Buying a home always comes with challenges and obstacles. If you’re in the process of buying a house and having a baby at the same time, those challenges multiply. The same can also be true if you are adopting a ... More
How Do You Sell a House and Buy One at the Same Time? If you thought that buying your first home felt like a whirlwind, wait until you decide to purchase your second home. You may find yourself longing for the simpler process of going from a renter ... More
