by Terry Sack | Mar 9, 2023 | Advice for Homeowners, Buying a Home, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Planning, Renovation
Almost everyone has experienced the feeling of being sick in their own home. It’s stuffy, you can’t get comfortable, and your throat feels like sandpaper. Maybe you’ve even wondered if your house is making you sick. The good news is that you can take some simple steps...
by Terry Sack | Nov 10, 2022 | Buying a Home, Home Buying, Housing Market Updates, Market Updates
Congratulations!/It’s 2022, and you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy a home. Purchasing a home is an important decision, and there are many things to consider before you make your purchase. This blog post will discuss what potential home buyers should do...
by Terry Sack | Aug 4, 2022 | Advice For Buyers, Advice for Renters, Buying a Home, Mortgage Rates
According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 5.30% in the week ending July 28, down from 5.54% the week before. While lower, it is still higher than the 2.80% recorded for last year at this time. Starting in January, mortgage rates rose quickly...
by Terry Sack | Apr 14, 2022 | Buying a Home, Home Buyers, Mortgage Rates
It is time to buy your first home! Making this purchase is such an overwhelming process, and we want to make it as easy for you as possible. The best way to do that is to be ahead of the game. Before you jump into a new mortgage, learn how to prepare to get the best...
by Terry Sack | Jan 13, 2022 | Buying a Home, Housing Market Updates, Market Trends, Pricing
Timing is everything: Very often, a seller asks, “We can always come down later — right?” Historically when your house goes on the market, the most significant potential for buyer traffic is in the first 30 days, by pricing it high to drop the price later. Showings...
by Terry Sack | Dec 14, 2021 | Advice For Buyers, Advice for Renters, Buying a Home, Home Inspection, Neighborhoods
If you’re starting to think about looking for a new home, picking the neighborhood can seem almost as complicated as picking the house itself. Here are five things to keep in mind as you explore neighborhoods you might like to live in. 1. Time the Commute to Your Job...
