THE GREAT EXODUS AND WHAT THE NEW HOME BUYER NEEDS

by Barbara Corregano | Mar 9, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Buyers, Buying A Home, Extraordinary Homes

As the country went under lockdown, Americans were on the move. Over the last year, 1 in 20 adults moved from where they were living either permanently or temporarily due to the coronavirus outbreak, according to a recent report by the Pew Research Center. Most cited...

TWO FALSEHOODS IN THE HOMEBUYING PROCESS

by Barbara Corregano | Mar 9, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Buying A Home, Downpayments

The Millenials are no different from the previous generation when it comes to the dream of homeownership.  84% of millennials consider it part of the American Dream, according to the 2020 Millennial Home Buyer Report. There are some hurdles for these Millenials that...

What Are the Benefits of a 20% Down Payment?

by Barbara Corregano | Mar 1, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Buyers

If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you may be wondering how much money you need to come up with for your down payment. Many people may think it’s 20% of the loan to secure a mortgage. While there are plenty of lower down payment options available for...

5 REASONS WHY WINTER IS ACTUALLY A HOT TIME TO BUY A HOME

by Barbara Corregano | Dec 29, 2020 | Advice for Buyers, Buying A Home, Extraordinary Homes, Holiday, Mortgage Rates, Winter

Ask anyone that has been to an open house or a home showing in the middle of a snowstorm, and they tell you they prefer to look at homes in the spring and summer. Ask sellers, and they will tell you they don’t want potential buyers tracking snow through their house in...

4 WAYS TO CHOOSE THE BEST NEIGHBORHOOD FOR YOU

by Barbara Corregano | Nov 8, 2020 | Advice for Buyers, Advice for Renters, Buying A Home, Home Inspection

If you’re starting to think about looking for a new home, picking the neighborhood can seem almost as complicated as picking the house itself. Here are five things to keep in mind as you explore neighborhoods you might like to live in. 1. Time the Commute to Your Job...

How to Test-Drive a Neighborhood While Sheltering in Place [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Barbara Corregano | May 1, 2020 | Advice for Buyers, Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates

Some Highlights Staying at home doesn’t mean your search for a new place needs to come to a standstill. Check out these tips on how to explore other neighborhoods virtually in the homebuying process. You may find a spot that better suits your needs without ever...