If you are a landlord, you have probably heard the most recent news from the CDC halting evictions for non payment through the rest of 2020. Considering evictions in my home state of Pennsylvania were halted back in May, its been a tough year for many landlords. As far as I am aware, there is no relief for landlords who still need to pay their bills, despite the lapse in income.
Read MoreOften times we spend a lot of time getting our homes and yard ready for the spring and summer months. Obviously, these are the times of year where we will spend the most time outside, so it makes sense. But don’t forget about your yard once fall starts to set in. Here are eight things you can do now to help your yard come back strong in the spring.
Read MoreOnce of the most common questions I get in regards to real estate, is how to determine what is needed for a down payment. Years ago the golden rule was 20%, but things have changed. You can now purchase a home with as little as 3% down, and even 0% down in some cases! It all depends on the loan you qualify for.
Read MoreNegotiation is a subtle art in real estate, but skilled negotiators can usually find some common ground that satisfies all parties. On the other hand, using the wrong negotiation tactics can sink a deal pretty quickly. Here are some negotiation tactics buyers (and real estate professionals) should avoid:
Read MoreYou’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20% down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20% is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and stability to save for a long-term goal. It also helps you get favorable rates from lenders
But there can actually be financial benefits to putting down a small down payment—as low as three percent—rather than parting with so much cash up front, even if you have the money available.
Read MoreIf you are in the market now for a home, you know its tough being a buyer. There’s nothing more discouraging then putting in multiple offers to get out bid. So if this sounds like you, don’t get discouraged yet.
Read MoreAn accent wall can totally transform a room, taking it from boring and drab to bold and exciting. Accent walls create a new focal point for your space, add liveliness and contrast, and are typically a very inexpensive DIY project.
Read MoreWhen it comes to purchasing an investment property, there are multiple ways to do it. You can get a loan, you can use equity, or you can use cash. There really isn’t a right or wrong way to do it, it mainly depends on your goal for the purchase.
Read MoreThe market is hot right now and homes are going quick. Unfortunately for buyers, it is a sellers market. What this means is that the inventory of homes is low, but the number of buyers is high; therefore, sellers have the upper hand. If a home is desirable and priced right it is quite common to receive multiple offers. So what can you do as a buyer to win a bidding war?
Read MoreEquity was something that took me a little bit to understand. I understood WHAT is was, but didn’t understand HOW it worked. So if you are in the same boat I was, let me try and break it down for you.
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