How to Plan for a Vacation Home Purchase
If you are thinking of purchasing a vacation home but aren’t sure of how to start the process or believe it is unattainable here is a plan to help you think through the purchase of a vacation home and making it a reality. Consider Lifestyle When Choosing Housing Options Most people believe they need to…
Surprising Cost of Homeownership
When purchasing a home and thinking about budgeting and costs of a home buyers will usually calculate the cost of the loan/monthly mortgage payments, down payment, and maybe even the closing costs. All too often home buyers,more often first time buyers,neglect to add changes in monthly bills and maintenance costs into the purchase of a…
Good Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Buyer’s Agent
There are many people in the real estate business because it is a lucrative one. Unfortunately not all real estate agents have a mindset of advocating for their clients and being knowledgable of the local market in which they work. This is how the 80/20 rule has come into play in many areas. It states…
Reasons to Use a Buyer’s Agent When Purchasing New Construction
There is a common misconception out there that you don’t need a buyers agent when purchasing a new construction home. When you pull up to a construction site and go in to look at the onsite model home/ office the agent working for the builders will give the impression that they can handle everything for…
Sunset Beach real estate preparing for a mortgage
Sunset Beach real estate preparing for a mortgage – Buying a home is the largest purchase many people will make in their lifetime. So when you decide you are ready to purchase your first home you want to make sure you truly are financially ready. Here are some ways you can prepare for taking on…