In our twenties and early thirties, we gravitated towards large urban centers, where things were happening and we felt connected to the city’s pulse. Now that we’re older, we find ourselves looking for a mix of...
Buying a Home
Why do contingencies matter? Buyer’s remorse is the worst. And since a new home may be the largest purchase you ever make, buyer’s remorse on a home purchase is a next-level kind of regret. If you’re a homebuyer looki...
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Melissa Smith
If you’re buying a home, you’re making one of the biggest financial commitments of your life. You want to be sure you’re in the right place financially to do so — and that you make smart decisi...
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Melissa Smith
After the madness of closing on a home, the final walk through can feel redundant or unnecessary – and sometimes buyers are tempted to skip it completely. No matter how busy you are, however, the final walk thro...
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Melissa Smith
Whether you’re about to purchase a new home/condo or sell your current home, there is a lot to learn and paperwork to sign. One of these critical documents is called a seller’s disclosure. A seller’s disclosure, also ...
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Melissa Smith
What Does a Home Warranty Cover? A home warranty covers service, repair, or replacement of major home appliances and systems. It can provide peace of mind, especially if covered items are older and no longer under the...
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Melissa Smith
DO YOU KNOW THE RIGHT QUESTIONS TO ASK A LENDER OR MORTGAGE BROKER? Before you start looking at homes, it’s wise to get your selection of a lender squared away first. Part of being prepared to get a loan...
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Melissa Smith
I Have to Pay for That? First-time buyers may not know what it takes to maintain their home. Good thing they have you. When they experience their first leaky faucet, cold blast of air, or foundation crack, many first...
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Melissa Smith
Since the number of homes for sale is low today, it can feel challenging to find one that checks all your boxes. But if you know which features are absolutely essential in your next home and which ones are just nice b...
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Melissa Smith
The benefits of owning a home instead of renting offer buyers several tax advantages, the ability to grow equity, and of course a place to call your own. It’s also a feel-good milestone that offers a sense of pride an...
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Melissa Smith