"I have a ton of equity in my home. I'm thinking about selling and putting that money in the bank before the market goes down again. Should I?"

When delving into the world of real estate and investment property, there are many terms that will come up that require further explanation. Whether you've never heard the phrase 'home equity' before or you have a little familiarity, here are the ins and out of what it means and how this asset can help your financial outlook. All About Home Equity Essentially, home equity refers to your portion of...

Are you ready to make that leap from living at home or renting to owning a home of your own?

Are you thinking about selling a home that you have rented out for some additional revenue? If so, you're likely trying to discern how to best inform the current tenants and conduct the sales process in a way that works well for all of the parties involved. In today's blog post we'll explore how to sell your home while you're renting it out to tenants and share three tips that can make the process a bit...

There can be many downsides to both renting and buying, depending on what side of the coin you are on, but if you're leaning towards purchasing a home it can have added benefits for your bank account that renting does not. While renting can certainly alleviate many of the costs that go along with property ownership, here's why purchasing a home can have positive monetary effects in the long run. The...

Your home may be one of your largest assets, and you certainly want to take steps to get the highest price possible for it when you list it on the market to sell. In addition, you may have plans to purchase a new home or to take other similar steps when listing your home, so you may need your house to sell quickly. Staging your home is a great way to present it in the best possible light for potential...

Whether or not you've been looking into selling your house for a while, there's a good chance you've heard the buzzword 'renovation' and considered how it can positively impact the value of your home. From upgrading your kitchen to painting, there are plenty of renovations that will do wonders in terms of your property's price on the market, but there are a few that can actually have the opposite effect...

Relocating to a new area can be exciting, but it can also be expensive. There are many resources to help, but most cost money. However, if you take your time and plan carefully, you can reduce the expense so you don’t start your new life with new debt. Here are three tips to controlling your moving budget.1. Find Out What’s Free Nothing is better than paying nothing, right? Don’t assume you have...

With the popularity of Pinterest and DIY shows, it’s common for real estate agents to see homes with odd DIY projects.

Selling a home is more than real estate listings and making the home appealing to potential buyers. One factor to take into account when buying a home is its location, meaning the community that surrounds the home.