Mike and Georgia had looked for six months before they found their perfect townhome. Like many buyers, they were more worried about the sellers accepting their offer than they were about investigating the Homeowners Association (HOA). Turns out, the HOA almost...
The search for your dream home might seem long and daunting, but there are ways to streamline the process so you only tour homes that fit the bill. We’ve narrowed the list of questions down to just three. Write these down, and jump into browsing homes with Homie...
Woo hoo! You’re finally ready to look for that “starter” cottage or maybe there’s a condo that’s caught your eye. Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be confusing and stressful. Homie de-mystifies the home-buying process, automates many of the...
The Federal Reserve has only raised interest rates twice in the past 10 years, but they’ve forecast three quarter-point rate bumps in 2017… and Janet Yellen just confirmed that the first hike will happen in March (predicted March 15th). What does this mean for...
With a recent home purchase under your belt, there’s no better time to assess how you can improve your finances and stay grounded. Here are seven tips that will make you wise to spending less—and tell you when spending more is actually wiser. 1. Emergency...
Picking the right home for your family means picking the right type of home loan as well. If you lack a huge down payment, you may qualify for and benefit from an FHA loan. Here with us is our very own real estate attorney Vanessa Clayton with a simple overview of...
Buying a house is a tricky process. It may seem like all you can do is submit a good offer, be patient, and hope that the universe has gifted you with a lot of karma points. But if you’ve fallen hard for a particular house and are losing sleep and your appetite...
A home inspection is a critical part of any home sale. It assesses the house based on functionality. Do the major components such as the roof, appliances and plumbing perform properly? Home inspectors are trained professionals who visually inspect everything and...
What is your home worth? What should you pay for your new home? While you can check your estimated value on a bunch of different websites for free, we recommend you tap the expertise of someone who can give you a more definitive answer of your home’s value based on...
If you’re a first-time home buyer, the process of purchasing your dream home can be overwhelming and seem complicated. Where do you begin? The first question most people ask themselves is: Should I use a real estate agent? The Real Money Here’s the first thing you...
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