Like all things, refinancing has its . First of all, trying to predict the best time to refinance is like trying to predict a teenager’s moods — impossible and slightly dangerous. But there are some gauges you can use to decide if refinancing makes sense for you. Refinancing 101 There are ... » Learn More about When is it Time to Refinance?
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Build Home Equity Faster
Equity is the part of your property that you actually own and have accrued. To put it as simply as possible, if you take your home's value (what your home would sell for today), and subtract what you owe on it, that your equity. I.e. your lovely home is worth $500,000, and you still have another ... » Learn More about Build Home Equity Faster
Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal
Everyone who sells their homes wants it sold in the shortest possible time for the highest possible price, right? Of course! So here’s a handy 8 Quick Fixes that will make a great first impression when you list your home! Follow the 50% rule. Look at every flat surface in your house and take at ... » Learn More about Make It Sparkle: Eight Tips for Adding Instant Curb Appeal
Making the Right Move: A Checklist for Homebuyers
Whether you are a First-Time Buyer or an experienced homeowner, buying a new home is always stressful. Here’s a handy checklist of six things you can do up front to make the process a lot easier. Before you start packing, here’s what you need to do: Prepare a budget. You need a clear picture of ... » Learn More about Making the Right Move: A Checklist for Homebuyers
Ready, Set, Sell: Checklist for Home Sellers
When home buyers drive your neighborhood, or when Realtors are previewing for their clients, what do they see? You never get a second chance to make a first impression, so make sure your home has that "thing" that makes people go “wow.” Take a walk around your property right now—front to back. ... » Learn More about Ready, Set, Sell: Checklist for Home Sellers