Moving out of a beloved home — even if you're moving to a beautiful new place — can be a roller coaster ride of emotions. You will no doubt be leaving friends and precious memories behind. To cope with this transition, here are some quick tips... (Read More)

You see a great house online and contact the agent to view the property. After touring the home, you’re ready to make an offer. So you go back to the showing agent’s office to draw up the paperwork. What’s missing from this scenario? The... (Read More)

Most homeowners don’t think too much about their homeowner’s insurance policies. They sign on for the standard policy and leave it at that. They may not be aware of the details of their policy, let alone the options they may add to it in order... (Read More)

You have decided to embark on the journey of first-time home ownership! Congratulations! But before you bid on your dream home, arm yourself with some basic home buying knowledge. Follow these simple guidelines to be prepared for one of the most... (Read More)

Whether it’s your first or fifteenth home purchase, the buying process can be stressful. You can’t eliminate all the uncertainty and complications of such a large purchase, but you can reduce the stress with some preparation. These six tips will... (Read More)

Maybe you’re blindsided with an expensive medical procedure. Or your spouse loses her job, putting an incredible strain on your household finances. Hundreds of scenarios exist that could put you in a once-unthinkable position: in danger of missing... (Read More)

Selling your home is a major decision, and so is choosing the agent to help you complete that transaction. Ask your family and friends for recommendations, then interview with several candidates and ask these questions. What's your... (Read More)

If you've got a young family and are selling your home, it's an exciting time. There's no doubt that your home is kid-friendly, and you'll most likely be selling to another growing brood. Here's how to position your family home for a quick and... (Read More)

Buying property for investment rather than housing is on the increase across the country. According the National Association of Realtors, investment-home sales in 2015 jumped 7 percent to 1.09 million sales from 1.02 million in 2014. And... (Read More)

You might think that paying your bills and never incurring any debt would make you a good candidate for a mortgage loan. But without any evidence to show that you can handle debt, financial institutions see you as a big risk. Here are three easy... (Read More)