With the rising prices of properties and other assets in the country, it is almost impossible to acquire a property for yourself without any outsourced assistance with funding. At the rate of inflation between the 1900s up to now, purchasing a property that usually takes a blue-collar worker 5-10 years worth of saving will now [...]
Your credit score plays a big role in your home ownership goal, especially if you do not have the funds to pay for a home in cash. Realistically speaking, only the top 10% of society can financially achieve this. And if you can’t afford to pay in cash, this is where mortgages come in. Applying [...]
With inflation at an all-time high, compared to how it was 3 decades ago and several other factors such as political and cultural atmospheres, it cannot be denied that one of the three basic human needs - shelter - is becoming harder and harder to acquire. If you ask your parents or grandparents, most likely [...]
Buying a house can be an overwhelming experience, especially for first-time homebuyers. One of the important things within the process is escrow. However, not all homebuyers understand the concept of escrow, but most have just accepted it as part of their real estate transaction. An escrow is basically a legal arrangement wherein a third party [...]
Thinking about investing? Most people immediately jump to and think about stocks or bonds—and for good reason. Investing in stocks or bonds is a great investment, but there are other ways to invest, including real estate. Although it seems like a very complex transaction, Investing in real estate can be one of the most lucrative [...]
Remodeling your home is exciting. The idea of Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Remodeling can be daunting to some, but with a little research and the right tools, you'll be amazed at what you can do! While DIY-ing everything may not be possible, especially if you’re not very handy around the house, however, there are certain things that [...]
If you are familiar with the real estate market you know that not all houses are created equal. Although they are in the same neighborhood or have the same size or the same number of beds and baths some houses will sell for more or some will sell for less. If you are selling your [...]
You might think that reselling your home is a sure way to make a profit, especially since real estate is probably the only commodity that just continues to increase in worth – this is all well and good, but believe it or not, there are a few things you can do on your end on [...]
Your home is your biggest investment, and after finally being able to move into it, some homeowners may not know much about the required maintenance your home needs. Regular maintenance is a necessary part of homeownership. It retains your new property’s value and ensures you don’t have to deal with costly repairs later on. Here [...]
Finding a home can be a very stressful process, and the thought of finally being able to move to your new home is an exciting milestone for every homeowner. However, before you can actually move, there is a long list of things that needs to be thought of, considered, and planned. Here are some tips [...]
