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5 Options To Consider When Your Appraisal Comes In Low

March 8, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Yikes! You are already set on buying the home that you picked out and the appraisal comes back at a lower amount than the amount needed for the home loan to be approved. What do you do? After you calm down your significant-other and then take three deep breaths, here are some options to consider.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Appraisal, Home Buying, Mortgage

Auction 101: Bidding On Your First Property

January 29, 2019 by Robby Oakes

With the right combination of strategy, knowledge, and luck, flipping houses can create big profits for short-term investors. However, your path to success starts at your first auction.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Auction, Home Buying, Real Estate

Buying A Home? Take Stock Of These Things

August 30, 2018 by Robby Oakes

What are some of the most important factors that buyers take into consideration when looking for a new home? There are the obvious things like price, square footage, location and lot size. Those are the basics. Other things that are often weighed are garage size, how updated the kitchen and baths are and whether or not the basement is finished.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Buying, Home Inspection, Real Estate

5 Critical Tips For Buying In A Seller’s Market

July 17, 2018 by Robby Oakes

This summer, quality homes are being scooped up almost as fast as they’re being listed – and for top price. Yes, it’s a seller’s market out there, which is great news if you’re planning to list your home. For those looking for a home, the competitiveness can be frustrating and aggravating.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Buying, Offer, Real Estate

Moving to a New City? Tips for Finding a Family-friendly Community to Buy Your New Home In

October 22, 2014 by Robby Oakes

In this post we’ll share a handful of tips that you may find helpful if you’re searching for a family-friendly neighborhood in a new city.

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buying, Home Buying Tips

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