How Long Does It Take to Buy a Home?
How Long Does It Take to Buy a Home? How long does it really take to buy a home? The truth? Longer than most ads and TV shows want buyers to think! I know it seems like it shouldn’t take more than 30 days, the reality of how long it takes to buy a home […]
Real Estate Market Activity
Pinellas County Real Estate Market Activity Pinellas County Real Estate Market Activity The most common question I get from buyers and sellers seems to be “So, how’s the market?” While the answer is always “It depends (…on what type of property, what area, etc.),” I thought it would be helpful to include these trends and charts […]
Home Inspection Repairs – Which to Request and Which to Skip
Seller’s market? Let’s not ask for minor repairs… and which ones should be requested and made. Following the home inspection, the issues a buyer should focus on asking a seller to repair or replace are significant structural, mechanical, or environmental defects. It is reasonable to assume that any buyer would want these items fixed if […]
Types of Inspections
There are many types of inspections for you to consider when you purchase a property. I’m often asked by buyers what the heck all of these different types of inspections are and do they really need to have them done? Whether you have the inspections performed or not is entirely up to you as a […]
Why Would My Lender Deny the Home I Want to Purchase?
Q: Why Would My Lender Deny the Home I Want to Purchase? A: When you purchase a home, you likely take out a loan (mortgage) to make the purchase. The bank evaluates you as the buyer and the home you’re looking to purchase. We all know the bank wants to be sure you can (and […]
Features That Are Becoming Standard in New Homes
Source: Realtor Magazine, January 27, 2020 First-time and repeat buyers say they’d rather have a smaller home with high-quality amenities than a bigger property with fewer such features, according to a survey the National Association of Home Builders released during the International Builders’ Show last week in Las Vegas. The NAHB’s report, titled “What Home […]
Buy a Home with High Income and Low Credit Score
A mortgage lender looks at several factors when deciding whether to approve a loan application. A lending institution wants to know that a borrower has both the ability and the will to repay debts. If you have a high income and a low credit score, a lender may have reservations about approving your mortgage application. […]
Tips for Filing an Insurance Claim After a Storm
Whether reporting storm damage to your property over the phone or through your mobile device, the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) offers the following tips on how to file an insurance claim: Contact your insurer as soon as possible to begin the process.Provide your insurer with your policy number and the best phone number and email […]
Is a Pool a Smart Investment?
Summer’s here and keeping cool and having fun is on everybody’s mind. Don’t currently have a pool? Maybe you’re thinking about adding one. It’s a significant investment, so carefully weigh the advantages and drawbacks before making a decision. Amount of UseIf you live in a region that is warm for a majority of the year, […]
What to Expect from a Home Inspection
Your home inspection doesn’t have to be a surprise or a scary experience. A home inspection can make or break a transaction. Without it, buyers wouldn’t know if they’re buying a money pit or a home that will last a lifetime. Homebuyers are responsible for hiring a professional home inspector, who should uncover possible problems […]