Monthly Archives: December 2019
5 New Year’s Resolutions That Can Help You Buy a Home
Thinking of buying a home this year? We compiled five New Year’s resolutions that can help you keep your financial resume in tiptop shape. 1. Avoid job hopping Employment history and income are two of the biggest factors lenders look at when evaluating a mortgage application. A new job may be a good career move,... Read More
5 Games That Will Teach Your Kids About Money & Real Estate
There is little sense in building up a big portfolio or nest egg to leave as an inheritance unless we also teach our kids how to handle money and manage real estate investments. Then, the next generation can turn a little into a lot more. One of the best ways to do this is through... Read More
How Much Home Can I Afford? Find That Magic Number Here
How much house can I afford? Long before you start asking yourself what type of house you want—condo or house? Craftsman or ranch?—you should ask yourself this pragmatic question. After all, it’s no secret that your dream home can quickly turn into a living nightmare if you’re struggling to save for a down payment or... Read More
4 Tips to Throwing an Open House During The Holidays
If you’ve decided to keep your home on the market this holiday season (and you totally should), you probably have a few questions. Like, how much should you decorate the house? Or, is it OK to leave presents under the tree? We checked with several real estate agents to answer your most pressing questions, and... Read More