Elaine Johnson | Buying a House With Bad Credit? Here’s What You Need to Know

Buying a House With Bad Credit? Here’s What You Need to Know

Published July 16, 2018

Credit scores are crucial little numbers that play a key role in your financial health.

INFOGRAPHIC: NAR’s Existing Home Sales Report For May 2018

Published July 12, 2018

The median price for a home across the US reached a new high this past May, though overall sales were down slightly. Here are some other pertinent stats about the housing market in the US as compiled by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

8 Valuable Lessons First-Time Homebuyers Should Learn

Published July 9, 2018

There’s always a first time for everything, and that includes buying a house.

8 Most Common Issues Home Inspectors Find

Published July 5, 2018

Home inspections typically accompany real estate deals, giving buyers an opportunity to check out the house in greater detail with a professional in an effort to uncover any problems that may not have been detected during the initial visit.

10 DIY Kitchen Staging Tips to Prep Your Home in a Hurry

Published July 2, 2018

Buyers look at a lot of things when scoping out homes on the market. But if there’s one room in particular that captures their attention first, it’s the kitchen.

7 Steps to Build Good Credit Before You Buy a Home

Published June 28, 2018

You’re a homebuyer hopeful who has a big dream of buying a home of your own. There’s just one thing left to consider: what’s your credit score like?

7 Things Buyers Should Know Before Buying in a Planned Community

Published June 25, 2018

You’re ready to buy a new home, and you’ve narrowed down your choice to a property within a planned community. Many buyers opt for this unique type of housing option considering all the perks that tend to come with it.

INFOGRAPHIC: 9 Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent Before Hiring One

Published June 21, 2018

Are you in search of a real estate agent to buy or sell? Be sure to “interview” them appropriately to make sure you find one who’s best suited for you.

8 Things to Do Before Moving Into Your New Home

Published June 18, 2018

Moving is a huge endeavor. Just think about your life’s worth of belongings having to be carted from one house to another, and depending on how far you’re moving or how much stuff you’ve accumulated over the years, the job can be an even bigger one.

9 Walkway Tips For Your Outdoor Space

Published June 14, 2018

The addition of a walkway in an outdoor space can both add visual interest and create a functional and convenient means of getting around the yard.