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Buying an Investment Property? 3 Key Home Features That Will Help Ensure You Turn a Profit

August 19, 2015 by Robby Oakes

The key to a successful real estate investment is choosing the right property. A great property will reap dividends for years to come. Look for these three features in your next investment property and you’ll have no trouble finding one that turns a profit.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Investing

House Hunting in a New City? Three Ways to Determine Which Neighborhoods Are Up and Coming

August 14, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’re moving to a new city and you’re looking for an affordable home in a nice neighborhood, one great way to get a fantastic home without paying sky-high prices is by choosing a home in an up-and-coming neighborhood. Communities that are starting to gentrify make it easy to find an affordable home, especially if you buy before the prices start to rise.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Neighborhoods and Communities

3 Closing Costs That Most Buyers Forget to Factor in and What You Can Expect to Pay

August 6, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’re in the process of buying a home, you probably have your deposit and monthly mortgage charges in a spreadsheet, along with a chart of your other expenses and your monthly income. But when it comes to buying a home, there are lots of different costs that will come into play – and it’s easy to forget something. When you’re preparing to close on your new home, make sure you consider these three closing costs that most buyers forget.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Closing Costs, Home Buyer Tips

First-time Home Buyers: Why Splurging for a Larger Home Beats Condo Living

July 31, 2015 by Robby Oakes

While there may be some initial financial benefit associated with buying a smaller property, there are a few benefits associated with splurging and buying a larger home as a first purchase. By analyzing these benefits, first-time home buyers can make a more informed decision about how to proceed.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Investing

House Hunting? Watch for These 5 Red Flags when Viewing Potential New Homes

July 16, 2015 by Robby Oakes

While there are specific factors that buyers may be searching for in a new home, there are also a few warning signs that home buyers should keep their eyes open for. The following are among the top red flags that may serve as warning signs.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Home Inspections

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