Is Adding a Pool a Good Idea?

Is Adding a Pool a Good Idea?

Are you considering adding a pool to your home and wonder if it’s a good idea? While it’s a pricey investment – there are still a lot of benefits from installing a pool.  So, we vote yes, adding a pool can be a good idea in real estate! Here are a few reasons...
What is a kickout clause?

What is a kickout clause?

When you’re in a hot real estate market, it’s not uncommon for sellers to use kickout clauses as a way to protect themselves should another buyer come in later with a higher offer. A kickout clause is basically a clause in the contract that allows the...
401k To Buy Home?

401k To Buy Home?

Buying a home can be a financial stretch. With soaring home values and rising interest rates, many potential first-time homebuyers find saving for a down payment increasingly difficult. For many people, the main source of savings is in the form of a 401k, and tapping...
Prepping an Empty House

Prepping an Empty House

You read that right. Should you “prep” an empty house? This is not about adding furniture or plants to a vacant home, but it’s about looking at the empty home and making it more appealing to buyers. Not all homes need furniture to sell for top dollar, but even a...
Criteria When Hiring a Listing Agent

Criteria When Hiring a Listing Agent

Most sellers spend a long time considering whether they should sell their home. These same people who have considered all the financial and personal pros and cons of moving hire the first real estate agent they like. While certainly it’s important to find an agent you...