In the market for a new home? Purchasing a home is definitely something we don't do every day. So it's easy to make mistakes, and when it comes to home buying, mistakes can be costly. Here are some of the most common errors made by first-time... (Read More)

If you are buying a home, at some point in the process, you'll have a home inspection completed. The home inspection can detect specific flaws that may prevent you from buying a home or give you some wiggle room to negotiate on pricing. Two... (Read More)

You probably don't give much thought to your garage door. Yet over the course of a year, your door can go up and down more than 1,000 times! And like any equipment in your home, it can wear out. If you're buying a new home, having a professional... (Read More)

When buying a home, you want to ensure you are getting a home that is safe and doesn't need significant repairs in the near future. This is where a home inspection comes in. One of the types of damage the home inspector will look for is water... (Read More)

New car smell is divine, but the smell of a newly-built home might be even better. Pristine carpets, freshly painted walls, the scent of freshly-cut lumber lingering in the air — it's hard to beat the excitement of taking ownership of a brand... (Read More)

Many people think buying a foreclosure or short-sale property is a savvy real estate move. The common misconception is that a foreclosure property is a diamond in the rough real estate deal. But foreclosure properties come with many strings... (Read More)

If you've recently made a home purchase, you want to do everything possible to protect your home from damage. One source of damage to your home and property is flooding. You don't have to live in a flood zone to experience flood damage. Flooding is... (Read More)

How much of a downpayment do you need to buy a home? Less than you might think! Many people believe that in order to purchase a home, you need a 20% downpayment. Studies show it's one of the most enduring home buying myths. In reality, the median... (Read More)

When you've found the home of your dreams, it can be easy to be blinded by that dream. It's the perfect home … there can't be anything wrong! Or if there is something, how bad can it really be? Or maybe you just love the house so much that you... (Read More)