We all know that buying a home can be a stressful time. Things can get precarious when money and emotions are involved. When you’re bidding on a prime piece of real estate in a competitive market, with additional offers coming in, choosing what repairs to ask for can become even more strategic. In some cases,… [Read More]
Saving Up For Your Down Payment Will Require You To Start Thinking Differently
Even for the most disciplined and budget-conscious individual trying to achieve a savings goal is easier said than done. The journey to reaching that end goal is filled with spending temptations that are challenging and the human desire for instant gratification is difficult to ignore. Whether your aspiration is an exotic beach vacation or the… [Read More]
Real Estate Contracts Can Get Cancelled – What To Do If It Happens and Why You’ll Want a Good Realtor On Your Side If It Does!
Life happens – plans change, new opportunities present themselves and unforeseen challenges pop-up when least expected, but what do these changes mean when you are in the middle of a real estate purchase? A home sale can fall through for a variety of reasons. Most people enter into a contract or make an offer fully… [Read More]
First Time Homebuyer Series – #4 What Happens After the Offer is Accepted?
This First Time Homebuyer series is here to help guide you along your way to home ownership. After you get started on your journey to buying your first home, know your budget, know what you’re willing to trade off, and made an offer, then you will be ready to close on your home! There’s strategy… [Read More]
First Time Homebuyer Series – #3 Writing and Submitting an Offer
This First Time Homebuyer series is here to help guide you along your way to home ownership. After you get started on your journey to buying your first home, know your budget, and know what you’re willing to trade off, then it’s time to make an offer. There is a strategy in making an offer… [Read More]
Buying a House Series #11 – Tips for a Successful Final Walkthrough
So you fixed your credit score, saved enough for a down payment, know what you can afford, selected a real estate agent, and found a home you like, made an offer that the seller accepted, had the house appraised, secured a loan, and negotiated the closing costs. Now it’s time for the final walk through!… [Read More]
Buying a House Series #10 – Knowing Where and How to Negotiate On Your Closing Costs
So you fixed your credit score, saved enough for a down payment, know what you can afford, selected a real estate agent, and found a home you like, made an offer that the seller accepted, had the house appraised, and secured a loan. Now it’s time for to negotiate closing costs! Closing costs are a… [Read More]
Buying a House Series #9 – Tips On Getting The Best Home Loan in the Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky Area
So you fixed your credit score, saved enough for a down payment, know what you can afford, selected a real estate agent, and found a home you like, made an offer that the seller accepted, had the house appraised, and had your house inspected! That’s a bunch of work but now it’s time to get a loan…. [Read More]