by Barbara Corregano | Jun 7, 2022 | Advice for Buyers, Buying A Home, Housing Market Updates
Historically a housing bubble was created when homes are readily available due to a surplus supply, credit is loose, and high demand for housing exists. Banking regulations became more restrictive after the 2008 market crash, so credit is not loose. Buyers today are...
by Barbara Corregano | Dec 14, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Advice for Renters, Buying A Home, Home Inspection, Neighborhood
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...
by Barbara Corregano | Nov 12, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Buying A Home, Housing Market Updates, Work From Home
The pandemic has changed the work styles of many Americans. And as a result, it has changed the things that Americans are looking for when buying homes. Homebuyers see what home sellers view as “extra” rooms for home office space and zoom meeting rooms. Remote Work...
by Barbara Corregano | Sep 8, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Building Costs, Buyers, Buying A Home, Costs, Home Value, Pricing
Choosing a suitable home is one thing, but quoting the right price is a different ballgame altogether. Once you have taken your pick, you do not want to end up overpaying for the deal. So, to successfully go about the tedious home buying procedure, you must have some...
by Barbara Corregano | Aug 10, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Cleaning, Home Decorating, Home Improvement, Home Inspection, Homebuilding, Moving In, Safety
After going through buying a new home, the last thing you want to think about is working on home improvements. Although it will not sound ideal, there are some projects you will want to get on top of before you fully settle in. Some of these projects are easier to...
by Barbara Corregano | Apr 28, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Buying A Home, Housing Market Updates
The question many homebuyers are facing this year is, “Why is it so hard to find a house?” We’re in the ultimate sellers’ market, which means real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) notes homes are getting an...