If you're in the planning stages of buying your first home, you're in luck: This guide can walk you through the entire process, and you can read it before you find a real estate agent to help you start searching. The Complete Guide for First-Time Homebuyers This guide covers: What to do before you start [...]
If you're thinking about buying your first home - or if it's been a while since your last home purchase - you're probably full of questions. One of your biggest questions may be related to how long it takes to buy a home, so here's the answer. How Long Does It Take to Buy a [...]
Kitchens are a big deal to prospective buyers, so if yours is on the cozy side, you may want to do what you can to make it appear larger before you put your home on the market. Though you may be tempted to pull off a full-scale kitchen renovation, don't jump on the idea just [...]
If you're like many people, you've heard that you shouldn't try to sell your home during winter - but you may not know that selling a home in winter can be the best decision you've ever made. This guide covers the three things you should know before you list your home during the colder months. [...]
If you're looking to sell your home in Midland, having a small living room can pose a challenge. You want it to look spacious and comfortable, but where do you start? This guide provides seven tips to make your living room look and feel bigger (and more functional). 7 Ways to Make a Small Living [...]
When you buy a house, there's always the possibility that something could go wrong and you might not be able to follow through with the purchase. In some cases, you could even lose your earnest money deposit if that happens. This guide explains. What is an Earnest Money Deposit? An earnest money deposit is a [...]
When you're part of a homeowners association, it's important to understand the concept of special assessments. This guide explains what they are and how they work. What is a Special Assessment in an HOA? A special assessment is an additional fee that a condo association or homeowners association levies on its members. The association usually [...]
When you sell a property, there's more to think about than just the sale price. You also need to consider capital gains tax - a tax on the profits made from selling property. This guide explains what capital gains tax is, when you have to pay it and how it works. What is Capital Gains [...]
Mortgage points, also called interest points, are a way to get a lower interest rate on your mortgage. Points are paid to the lender in exchange for a lower rate. How much money you save depends on how many points you buy, and the current market interest rates. Buying points can be a good way [...]
When you're buying or selling a home, one of the most important steps is putting down an earnest money deposit. This guide explains everything you need to know about earnest money deposits, including what they are, how much money they typically are and why they're so important. The Complete Guide to Earnest Money Deposits in [...]
