If you purchased a home in the last few years, or have been a homeowner for decades, in the last few years you have probably seen your home value shoot up dramatically. According to a report from the National Association of Realtors, home prices across the nation have increased a whopping 30%. This has pushed […]
Last week we looked at what it costs to build a home, this week we thought we would look at some of the expenses you can expect when purchasing an existing home. If you are in the market for a new home, you may be wondering, how much house can I actually afford? This question is more […]
Thinking about buying a second home? You are certainly not alone. According to data from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), roughly 7.4 million homes were second houses in 2016 which is about 5.6 percent of the total housing stock. When it comes to second homes, not all states are created equal. Florida is the […]
Shopping for a house can be a difficult and stressful time and in some cases it is possible to forget a few key things during the process. Before you make an offer and sign your name on the dotted line there are a few questions that you should ask your real estate agent and the […]