Insider Tips to Buying A House From A Realtor®
Hi! It’s true. I am a REALTOR® and I bought my first house, finally. I’m 35 years old, and despite that people are buying later in life, 35 is a bit later than most. Regardless, I did it, and I’m…
Real Estate Investment Opportunity in Westbury Neighborhood
5647 Ludington Drive is an updated 1950's ranch style home in a highly desired neighborhood of Houston. Westbury is situated just outside the Bellaire and Meyerland areas, and the neighborhood still has Leave it to Beaver charm, but offers convenience…
10 Things You Should Do After Closing
You made the decision to buy a home, and you have just closed. After months of planning and preparing, you may think it is time to finally celebrate. Now that you are officially a home owner, there are a few…
Spacious Home in Pecan Grove With Large Yard
2903 Eden Trails Lane is located in Richmond, Texas on a quarter acre lot. This spacious home in Pecan Grove with large yard is situated in the corner of a culs-de-sac and is Energy Saver Certified by David Weekly. The…
Eight Things You Must Know About Conventional Loans
The conventional loan is one of the most commonly used loan products to purchase a home. Also known as a conforming loan, this loan complies with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac lending requirements. If you're considering purchasing a new home,…
Home Warranties: What Home Buyers Should Know
Your new home purchase is almost complete. As you are working out the final details of the closing, the real estate agent suggests getting a home warranty that will cover certain home aspects in case they break down right after…
What Are The Real Costs of the VA Loan
I feel pretty confident that many buyers and sellers are misinformed about the VA loan. I mean, this loan really has a bad rap. There is a stigma associated with the loan product that sellers are going to be forced…
10 Facts About FHA Loans You Might Not Know
The FHA loan is very popular among first time buyers. The loan is easier to obtain because credit requirements are lower. Additionally, if might often come with a lower interest rate. However, the FHA loan may not be for everyone.…
What Are Closing Costs
Many buyers frequently ask the question, "how much are closing costs?" Buyers can estimate that closing costs will be between 3 and 5 percent of the purchase price of the home. The exact amount varies depending on a buyers financials,…
What is a Homestead Exemption
If you bought a home in 2016, you might be wondering "what is a homestead exemption?" Well, the homestead exemption allows you to save money on your property taxes by reducing the taxable value of your home. The exemption in…
New Year Resolutions For Buyers
Like many, I have plans for 2017. Some big, some small. If one of your bigger plans is to buy a home this year, you've picked a great year to do so. Mortgage rates are around 4%, and despite recent…
Zander Homes Builds Custom Homes in Houston Heights Area
Working with buyers, I tour a lot of homes and meet a lot of builders. It isn't often that I see a home that really does something different, but Zander Homes wowed me from the moment I walked into a…
What Does a Home Inspector Check?
When buying a home, a home inspection is an essential step in the process. Shortly after your offer is accepted, you will want to conduct your due diligence to make certain the home you have chosen is a good fit…
Is Zillow Accurate?
Buyers and renters have more and more resources available to them now than any time in the history of real estate. There are apps for the smart phone and tablet that help users search for homes, estimate mortgages and taxes,…
Home Buying Checklist
Today marks the start of the busy season in Real Estate. School is out for summer and families are shopping for their next home to buy or lease before fall classes start. Sellers are also taking advantage of the increase…
When The Appraisal Comes In Low
When you buy or sell a home, and a mortgage lender is involved, an appraisal is required. The appraisal is an estimate of a property's value and is required by the lender to make sure that the value of the…