Buying a property

Few times in our lives are as exciting as buying a home. While the process is long, visiting a number of places and finding one that suits the needs of your family can be a good time. The feeling when you find the right home can truly be something special. However, before you jump with both feet into buying a...

Much of the western portion of North Carolina is covered by the Blue Ridge Mountains, making the state an ideal place for mountain lovers to call home. Although this mountain range extends  from Georgia to Pennsylvania, it’s North Carolina’s additional access to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Appalachian Trail, and spectacular scenery that...

Are you on the house hunt with your eye on a foreclosed home that seems like a great deal you can't let slip by? Find out what you need to know. In the US, there is 1 foreclosure in every 2,814 homes. Sad news for the homeowner can be good news for you, though.  Do you know someone who bought a...

There's a lot that goes into buying a property—especially if it's your first time. Hidden costs like land transfer tax, legal fees, and home inspection can add up. Plus, you have to consider where you want to live, what kind of house you can afford, and how much maintenance it might need. All of these factors can be tough...

Many people consider buying a house as a landmark of success. There is an unmatched sense of freedom and pride in having a place you can call your own. While buying a house is a good financial investment, there are very important things one must consider before diving into the realm of real estate. Here are a few mistakes...

If you’re looking to buy a home in the San Francisco Bay area, you better have a decent stash of cash. The median price of a home in San Francisco stood at $1.76 million in June 2019, an increase of almost 9 percent from the same time last year. The good news is that housing prices in every other...

If you are looking to invest some of your money but are nervous about the trade markets, you should be considering property investment. People who make their living by investing in real estate like Than Merrill know that putting your hard-earned money into a bricks and mortar investment is one of the safer ways to grow your wealth. You...

A home appraisal is a professional calculation of the value of real estate property. Appraisers aren’t just making a wild guess; they are trained, licensed professionals. Certified home appraisers have no stake in the sale of the property, and perform extensive research on both local market values and the actual condition of a home. Their final appraisal represents a...

A reverse mortgage can revitalize your finances. The industry has been tarnished by misinformation. A homeowner who understands the risks associated with the loan can make a smart decision about their finances. Reverse mortgages make sense for a particular swath of the population. People who are at least 62 years old, own their homes, and need extra cash. Because...

The questions you ask your property sales agent during a purchase could make the difference between buying your dream home and buying a dud. There’s so much you want to find out about your new residence, and the real estate professional is legally bound to tell you the truth. But you don’t want to make this encounter an interrogation. Is...

For many people, buying a first home is a major goal. It’s a milestone that marks financial freedom and stability. However, first-time homebuyers soon learn that while having a home is worthwhile, it usually comes with a lot of work. Homes hold their value well, but they deteriorate over time, and it’s not uncommon for homeowners to constantly have a...

Buying your first apartment might as well be your first largest investment, which often makes the process a bit complicated. As opposed to buying a home, when you purchase an apartment, you don't own the land. It’s therefore prudent to plan before you go shopping for this new investment. But most importantly, you need to be armed with some guidelines...

Australia's property market has experienced a sped-up growth over the past 5 years. However, it's moving into the next property cycle phase and slowing down. Some of its largest markets such as Sydney and Melbourne are experiencing slower growth compared to economic conditions. However, because of Australia's stable economy, constant population growth and low-interest rates, analysts predict that major cities...

Ignore the voices in your head that you can’t save for a house deposit quite fast because it is possible with the right saving techniques. Ideally, all you need to is a 20% down payment for most properties and you can be a homeowner faster than you can blink. So how do you save for a house deposit faster? 1. Have a...

Many people have their own motivations for buying a home. At any rate, the prevailing principle has always involved choosing a property that matches one’s lifestyle. Apparently, when you’re out shopping for a home, you are bound to choose one that best represents your identity. Other than that, of course, it’s important to find a home that also fits your...

Buying a house, for most people, could be the most significant investment you’re ever going to make in life. In most cases, you’ll be spending over ten years paying the mortgage, after saving for several years to raise the down payment. By the end of the day, you may find that you spent a whole 15 years just working...

Who doesn’t dream of owning a house – right?  Actually, forget houses. I would be perfectly happy if I could pay for my very own lot. After all, there is no better feeling than finally breaking free from renting! To have your very own property, now, that definitely sounds like one of life’s biggest end goals. But the amount of...

When buying a property for sale, you don’t want to invest a lot of money only to realize later that you missed several vital steps in the whole process. For that reason, we put together the most common mistakes homebuyers do when purchasing a property for sale. Be on the safe side. 1. Carrying out a blind search Once you decide to...