For some buyers, coming up with a down payment and/or funds to close can be challenging. When friends or family members offer to participate, it can be helpful but there are some important do's and don'ts to be aware of:
Read MoreQUICK TIP: There's An App For That
When it comes to making those home tasks and ambitions easier, “there’s an app for that.” Here are a few helpful apps offered on your preferred device platform:
Read MoreEmbrace the Outdoors this Winter - Outdoor Activities to Beat the Winter Blues
It’s no mystery that winter in the northwest can be a little, ahem, how should I say this politely… dreary. While a SAD light, popping Vitamin D like it’s candy, and going to bed early are all perfectly wonderful antidotes to the drab, getting outside and enjoying some winter-specific activities can be a fun adventure. Here are some options if you’re feeling up to it!
Read MoreA Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022
So what’s ahead for the U.S. housing market in 2022? Here’s where industry experts predict the market is headed in the coming year.
Read MoreTara's Local Gift Guide For Everyone on Your List
Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us - and every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years.
Read MoreFor Buyers: 9 Important Things That Could Impact Closing of Escrow
Listen up, all you buyers! I just received a really great email full of important tips from my friends at Chicago Title, and I can’t wait to share it with you. Read on, friends!
Buying a house can be a complicated process. It’s important buyers are aware of these 9 things that could impact the closing of escrow.
Read MoreNew Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right For You?
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale. Given the limited number of available properties, if you’re a buyer in today’s market, you may need to expand your search to include both new construction and resale homes. But it can feel a little like comparing apples to oranges. Let’s take a closer look at some of the factors you should take into account when choosing between a new build or an existing home.
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Read MoreYour Home is Your Safe Place – Here are 7 Tips to Keep It That Way
According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with homeowners suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home break-in.
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