Posted by Jacqueline Richards // December 1, 2019
Increase home value 3-4% by installing a solar panel system Multiple studies have shown that homes with solar panel systems are valued and sold at prices above similar homes in their area. Early studies focused on established solar markets such as California found that home values increase by four percent or more when homes are […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // November 22, 2019
A home is never truly bought or sold until the money has exchanged hands. You may have received an offer on your house and be reasonably sure that you have a buyer, but there are several other steps you must go through before the sale is final – one of which is the home inspection. […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // November 15, 2019
In 2016, 44 percent of home buyers looked for properties online before they even contacted a real estate agent, according to data from the National Association of Realtors. And the most popular of those sites is Zillow, so it’s no wonder that homeowners want their Zillow Zestimate to match what their home is actually worth. Unfortunately for homeowners, Zestimates have […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // November 9, 2019
You’ve found your dream home—it’s everything you wanted, and it’s in your price range! There’s just one problem: It’s in a flood zone. It’s time to consider your options. The key is to gain a full understanding of the situation so that you can make an informed decision about whether the home is right for […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // November 2, 2019
Most home sellers know kitchens are the heart of a home and can highly influence the purchasing decision of a buyer. With that in mind, I wanted to touch on the question of updating kitchen appliances before you sell. Does it pay off? Will your home sell for more? Should you upgrade your appliances before […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // October 26, 2019
MANY PEOPLE DREAM OF retiring to warm weather states like Florida or Arizona and spending leisurely days golfing, fishing or walking along the beach. But those dreams can easily turn into a big retirement mistake. As great as it may feel to retire in a bucket-list destination, moving to a new home in an unfamiliar area requires […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // October 20, 2019
Furnished or unfurnished? Some argue an empty house lacks visual appeal, others argue furnishing a house is expensive or inconvenient. Which is Better? If you’re preparing to sell a home and you’ve already moved out, you’ll inevitably run into the quandary of whether or not to leave your home furnished until it sells. Do houses […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // October 11, 2019
Preventative maintainence can help save you time and money With chilly weather just around the corner, now is the perfect time to perform a little seasonal home maintenance. Making sure your home is ready to handle fall weather can help you save time and money by staving off the need for costly emergency repairs later. […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // October 4, 2019
Having your home purchase offer accepted is like getting that runner’s high during a marathon. But hold the Gatorade cooler—the property isn’t yours just yet. During the 30 days (or so) between when your purchase offer is accepted and the keys are handed to you (commonly referred to as escrow), there are many hurdles to overcome. If […]
Posted by Jacqueline Richards // September 27, 2019
A construction to permanent loan is a loan used to finance the construction of a home. When the home is complete, it converts into a permanent mortgage loan. Another common term for a construction to permanent loan is a single-close loan. Deeper definition Mortgage loans are only granted on structures that already exist. They cannot be […]