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Hidden Costs of Buying a Home

By Paul Schrick (Post Export User) | May 14, 2019

You’ve saved and planned and you are finally ready to buy your first home or move up to a larger one. It’s fairly easy to figure out how large a mortgage you can fit into your budget. Your real estate agent has tables and formulas that can determine the percentage of your income that’s reasonable […]

Counteroffer Tips for Sellers

By Paul Schrick (Post Export User) | March 15, 2019

You’re selling your home at a price decided upon with the help of your real estate agent. Together you have researched the market and prepared to list your home at a price you believe to be viable and suited to the condition of the property. A potential buyer makes an offer, but it’s lower than […]

What Agents Consider When Pricing Your Home

By Paul Schrick (Post Export User) | December 15, 2018

Although there is a great deal of information on the Internet that can help you decide how to set the price on your house, it takes a real estate professional to evaluate the data to your best advantage. A deep knowledge of your surrounding area and current market conditions is a big part of an […]

Debunking Mortgage Myths

By Paul Schrick (Post Export User) | November 15, 2018

Almost all adults in this country believe that home ownership is an important part of the American dream and that it increases financial stability. But many Americans think that owning a home is out of their reach. In truth, many perceived obstacles are simply misconceptions about what is required to purchase a home. After reviewing […]

Homeownership Benefits Aren’t Just Financial

By Paul Schrick (Post Export User) | September 14, 2018

Your home is more than just a roof over your head. Homeownership has long been a big part of the American Dream. A great majority of people in this country believe that owning their own home is either essential or important to achieving a feeling of success and prosperity. Of course, there are many financial […]

How to Hire a Moving Company

By Paul Schrick (Post Export User) | July 15, 2018

Moving to a new home is a daunting task and finding a reputable, reliable moving company is at the top of the headache list. There are important steps to take to make sure you hire a company that will be priced right, perform their task on time, and take excellent care of your belongings. Get […]