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How Much House Can You Afford?

Learn how much you can afford on a mortgage for a new home.
Posted by Inactive-Krissy Stewart on March 29, 2019 in  1st time buyer  Affordable Living  Buy House  buyer  Buyers  Buying  Buying Property  Home Price  Home Tips  How Much House Can I Afford  Loans  Real Estate
SHARON LEE HOUSE POOR [adjective | hous – poo·r] A person who can afford his or her home mortgage payments, but can’t afford much of anything else. Discretionary spending on restaurants, furnishings, travel, and clothes are severely cut back, due to a large proportion of his or her income going towards the mortgage payments, upkeep costs, and energy/utility bills. You don’t want to find yourself stuck at home while your friends are out having fun. Buying more home than you can aff... read more

Should You Use a Buyer's Agent When Purchasing a Home?

Purchasing a home is a big decision, and making a mistake in the process can cause headaches for years to come.
Posted by Inactive-Krissy Stewart on April 22, 2019 in  1st time buyer  Agents  Buy House  buyer  Buyers  Buying  Buying Property  First Time Home Buyers  First Time Homebuyer  First Time Homebuyers  How do Realtors get paid?  Real Estate
One of the largest purchases most of us will ever make is that of our home.  In order to make the process as stress-free and streamlined as possible, you will want an experienced professional looking out for your best interest.  Check out our top 5 reasons to use a buyer's agent when purchasing a home.1. The first and most obvious reason to use a buyer's agent?  There is no cost to you as the buyer to work with an agent.  A buyer's agent receives a portion of the selling agent's commission at cl... read more

10 Easy Fixes for that Nearly-Perfect House You Want to Buy

From price and location to the physical structure itself, the list of things to keep in mind when house shopping can be long.
Posted by Inactive-Krissy Stewart on May 14, 2019 in  1st time buyer  Buy House  buyer  Buyers  Buying  Design  First Time Home Buyers  First Time Homebuyer  First Time Homebuyers  Home  Home Care  Home Decor  Home Design  Home Improvement  Home Improvements  Home Tips  inside the Home  Property Needs
VICTORIA KEICHINGER Houzz Contributor, Laura Gaskill From price and location to the physical structure itself, the list of things to keep in mind when shopping for a house can seem endless. But some problems you encounter don’t need to affect your final decision. Although easy is a relative term, accomplishing the 10 fixes that follow is generally pretty straightforward. We also point out some big-ticket fixes to watch out for. Happy house hunting! Photo by Simply Home Decorating –... read more
VICTORIA KEICHINGER Congratulations! You’re a new homeowner. While you may not be able to wait to move in, there are a few things you should consider tackling before hanging those family photos on the walls. 1. Change the locks – For peace of mind, it’s a good idea to change out the locks on your exterior doors to ensure that anyone the previous owners may have given a key to can no longer access the property. According to Home Advisor, the average homeowner spends between $100-$30... read more

Where do Buyers Find the Home they Purchase?

If you're considering selling your home, you need to market where the buyers are.
Posted by Inactive-Krissy Stewart on May 20, 2019 in  1st time buyer  Buy House  buyer  Buyers  Buying  For Sale  Home Tips  homes for sale  houses for sale  Marketing  Marketing Your Home  Property for Sale  Real Estate  Real Estate Tips  Sell my house Bozeman  Sellers  Selling
The way we distribute and consume information has changed a lot over the last decade.  If you are considering listing your home for sale, it's important to take this into account, and have a good understanding of where buyers are actually consuming information about real estate in their area.  Check out the image below for a breakdown of where buyers found the home they actually purchased.What do these numbers mean?  The importance of working with a professional real estate agent, and having proper o... read more

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