The new construction process looks quite different from a pre-built purchase. Among the advantages, buyers can customize finishes, enjoy newer, cost-efficient materials and avoid the hassle of tight inventory and bidding wars. However, it’s easy for hidden costs to creep up on buyers and catch them off guard. An unsuspecting buyer ...

Everybody Deserves a Great Deal! Get Expert Tips on How to Find the Right Deal for You.

A Google search isn’t going to cut it. Finding a great home deal requires some expert sleuthing. In addition to a valuable partnership with a real estate pro, here are some tips that can put you ...

It’s the American dream. And many of us feel at least a little bit anxious about buying our first home. How do you know you’re really ready? It’s a huge life decision! 

Understanding your finances, how to not be house poor, and other important tips that ensure you are financially ready ...

How Local Economic Factors Impact Stuart, Florida Home Values

How do you predict the value of a neighborhood? While no one can say for sure how home values in a neighborhood will rise or decline over time, there are big-picture economic factors that you can look for to help get ...

Maximizing the Web in Your Real Estate Search

Before selecting a real estate agent or buying a home, most consumers head to the Internet first. Over 70% of those buyers found their home using a mobile device.

Researching homes and real estate agents online can get you ahead of the ...

Maximizing the Web in Your Real Estate Search

Before selecting a real estate agent or buying a home, most consumers head to the Internet first. Researching homes and real estate agents online can get you ahead of the game when it comes to narrowing down your options. But with so ...

We know that the home buying process is daunting, and it might seem like you have a million tasks on your plate. Everyone is giving you advice, but where should you spend your time? We asked a recent first-time homebuyer what she wishes she knew before she bought her home ...

When many people start the process of buying a house they assume putting 20 percent down is required. However, this is not the case and many lenders and mortgage brokers offer options for borrowers looking for mortgages that have a small down payment. Don Frommeyer, CRMS, President of NAMB (The ...