We’ve all heard the saying. It is overused and oversimplified and yet, whether you’re on the homebuilder or buyer side, it somehow gets built right into our process. Location, location, location. But what happens when even the perfect location takes a back seat to something else. To the home, to the buying process and to
Exactly What To Look Out For If You’re Planning To Sell In 2021
2021 is definitely a great year for home sellers. Everything seems to be going their way. Homes are selling for well over the listed price and are usually only on the market for a few days. But there are still things sellers need to be aware of in this kind of whirlwind real estate market.
Is 2021 a Good Year to Buy a Rental Property?
In a market as hot as the one we’re experiencing, does it make sense to buy a rental property? The simple answer is, yes, as long as the numbers make sense for you. Just like purchasing a rental property in any other market, it all comes down to the potential profitability of the property and
Three Things Buyers Should Do To Compete In This Market
We all know that a strong seller’s market can be very frustrating for buyers. You can submit a perfect offer in a market like this and still lose out. Believe it or not, a buyer could win or lose in these situations way before they even submit that offer. So, today we’re going to discuss
4 Tools That Are Helping Buyers and Sellers Adjust to the COVID-19 Marketplace
Though it may be hard to find any silver lining in this pandemic, there are some ways it has changed the real estate industry for the better. While buyers and sellers have been ready for a more streamlined approach to the home buying process for a long time, many agents and brokers have been reluctant
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Home Loans 101: The Basics of Borrowing for a New Home
For most, buying a home means borrowing money from the builder, a bank or another financial institution. This borrowed money is known as your “mortgage.” A variety of mortgage programs are available, with varying loan terms and interest rates, so it pays to understand what you’re getting into. For context, a typical home loan is 30
Why Everyone Should Evaluate Schools Before Choosing a New Home
You might be looking for a new home in a better school district. Or it might not be an issue for your family. Either way, schools should play a big part in any homebuying decision. These days, parents and children aren’t the only ones who may feel the lasting effects of a school’s reputation. Your
Special Events Help You Jump-Start Your Home Search
Grand Openings and other special events are a unique opportunity to get a glimpse into the style and lifestyle that a homebuilder offers within a community. Builders typically pull out all the stops to impress a home shopper and show off their finest offerings. Here are two big ones scheduled for July: Winchester Homes’
Planned Communities Offer Beautiful Homes and Resort Style Amenities
New Homes Guide is the perfect resource to help you find the planned community that’s right for you. Get even more information about these great places to live in our Planned Community supplement, coming in the March/April issue. One of the best options today for a new home shopper is the many choices available