Many of us use the Internet, at least in part, for nearly everything we do. Preparing to buy or sell a home is no exception. While various websites may be a great source of information, the Internet is a poor substitute for the knowledge, experience and resources of a trusted Realtor®. Valuing and Pricing a […]
Top 3 Tips for New Homebuyers
Whether you’re embarking on buying your first home, or purchasing land on which to build your first home, it’s an exciting proposition. It can also be quite stressful, particularly if you aren’t sure where to begin. Thankfully, taking advantage of these tips will get you started on the right foot. Start With a Realtor® By […]
The 3 Most Often-Overlooked Home Features
If you’re like most people who want to buy a home in the Lake City area, you have a list of must-have features… but are you considering everything? There are three things that many homeowners forget to consider until they’ve spent a few weeks in their new home. Points of the Compass If you happen […]
5 Tips to Hold the Best Yard Sale in Lake City
If you’re like most people, you’ve held a yard sale at some point in your life—and if you’ve done this year’s summertime cleaning, you’re ready to have another one now. Summer is the perfect time to clear out the old and make room for the new… or, if you’re holding a yard sale so you […]
How to Save for a Down Payment on a Lake City Home
If you’re saving money for a down payment on a new home in Lake City or any of the surrounding communities (most people need to finance a home purchase, and a down payment could be as much as 20% of the home’s purchase price), you’re not alone. In fact, most people find it incredibly difficult […]
Should You Take Furniture Out of Your Home When You’re Staging?
If you’re selling your home, your Realtor® has probably already discussed home staging with you—at least the basics. However, in order for you to properly stage your home (short of hiring a professional home stager, that is), you need to start by removing the excess. In some cases, that means renting a storage unit and […]
Want a Smooth Move? Avoid These Big Packing Mistakes!
Along with the excitement of buying a home comes the drudgery of preparing to move. Moving day is more likely to go off without a hitch if you’re properly prepared. Avoiding some common mistakes while you’re packing to move can help reduce the stress of this exciting but trying time. Packing Mistake #1: Putting Off […]
One Little Investment Can Help You Stage Your Home
If you’re getting ready to list your home for sale in Lake City or any of the surrounding communities, you probably already know how important staging is. Staging your home for sale can help you take better pictures, get more showings and impress more prospective buyers. This can mean selling your home quickly—and for the […]
What’s a Co-Signer on a Mortgage Loan?
If you’re like many people, you’ll need to finance your new home purchase. However, for many people, buying a home on their own isn’t a feasible financial decision. In cases such as those, most people choose to buy with a co-signer. What is a Co-Signer on a Mortgage? A co-signer is someone who agrees to […]
All About Closing Costs
When you’re buying or selling a home, you’re going to have to deal with closing costs. But what are they, and just how much are closing costs going to run you? What Are Closing Costs? Closing costs are fees that are wrapped together and paid at the time you sign the final paperwork on your […]
