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Buying for Retirement: 3 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Buy Your Retirement Home Before You Retire

August 28, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Many people dream of buying their ideal retirement home after their career has come to a conclusion – with all that extra free time it seems like it’d be the most logical time to shop around. However, many real estate professionals strongly recommend that their clients find a retirement property before they’re off the payroll. […]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Real Estate, Retirement

What to Look For During Your Home Inspection

June 30, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Good insulation and energy-efficient features can greatly impact your home’s comfort and utility costs. Check the insulation in the attic, walls, and crawl spaces to ensure they meet the recommended standards. Inquire about the home’s energy efficiency features, such as double-pane windows, energy-efficient appliances, or renewable energy installations

Filed Under: Homebuyer Tips Tagged With: Home Inspection, Real Estate

Renovating a Bathroom: DIY vs Hiring a Professional

June 28, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Completing a DIY bathroom renovation can be a rewarding experience. Seeing the transformation unfold before your eyes and knowing that you accomplished it on your own can provide a great sense of pride and satisfaction. It can also be a learning opportunity, as you’ll gain new skills and knowledge throughout the process.

Filed Under: Home Values Tagged With: DIY, Real Estate, Renovation

Millennials Are Finding Home Buying Overwhelming

June 13, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Many millennials find home buying overwhelming due to a variety of factors such as high housing prices, student loan debt, competition from investors, economic uncertainty, and a lack of knowledge about the home-buying process. These challenges can make it difficult for millennials to save enough money for a down payment, find a suitable property, and navigate the complex process of buying a home.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Millennials, New Home, Real Estate

How to Run a Quick Financial Health Check Before You Apply for a Mortgage

April 13, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Are you planning on using a mortgage to help cover the cost of a new home? If so, you will want to prepare your finances and figure out how you will manage all those wallet-draining monthly expenses. Let’s take a look at how to run a quick financial health check to ensure you are ready to apply for a mortgage.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Home Mortgage Tips, Mortgage Tips, Real Estate

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