Category: Buying a Home
Odds are, if you are a first-time homebuyer, you’ve probably heard the term “open house.” Especially since Covid-19 restrictions are relaxing throughout the country, more and more sellers are opting to host open houses again. But what is an open house? What are... Read More
A newly built home should be perfect from the moment the builders and contractors are done, right? As wonderful as that would be, it isn’t always that easy. Your house might look perfect at first glance, but a closer look could reveal minor (sometimes major) repairs that need... Read More
Indoor-outdoor living spaces are becoming a coveted design trend for homeowners today, and if you’re looking for an iconic house style that seamlessly blends the two, look no further than the Dogtrot house. Characterized by an open breezeway running through the middle of... Read More
It doesn’t matter if you’re moving for the fifth time or a first-time homebuyer. The moving process can be incredibly stressful. There’s the time investment, the fear of valuable belongings breaking, and, of course, all those cardboard boxes. You may be asking yourself,... Read More
You may finally be ready to go from renting an apartment to becoming a first-time homebuyer as you’ll likely encounter, there are many variables to consider when looking for a home. Factors such as location, schools, finances, the... Read More
Congratulations! You’ve been preapproved for a home mortgage, found your dream home, negotiated an agreeable sales price, and successfully maneuvered through the home inspection process. You now have the fully executed sales contract for your new house. Next, on to the... Read More
Congratulations, you’re in the market to buy a house. Or perhaps you are ready to sell. Either way, it’s time to find a real estate agent to guide you through what can be a challenging – and sometimes stressful – process. So, if you’re currently renting... Read More
Touring homes can be a thrilling experience, especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. However, you can easily get swept away in the excitement of it all and not realize that you’re missing out on some very important details about the home. Knowing what... Read More
You’ve been searching for houses for months and finally found the one you like. After making your way through the homebuying process, one of the final steps is ordering a title search and then have the seller execute the deed to the property... Read More
You have a lot of things to consider when house hunting. One of the most significant is – do you want a home that you could move into tomorrow or a home that you can fix up and customize to your liking? Choosing between move-in ready homes and... Read More
We asked Redfin Chief Economist Daryl Fairweather to answer the 5 most Googled questions about the housing market. Check out what she had to say. Question #1: Is the housing market going to crash? “I don’t think the... Read More
A standard home inspection provides valuable insights on the current condition of a home – but it can’t always tell the whole story. If you’re planning on buying a home, especially one built over 20 years ago, you should consider... Read More