Hey there, first-time homebuyer, can we have a heart-to-heart? You see, you’re buying your first home, and I couldn’t be more excited. I’m showing up as your biggest fan. But my guess is you’re hearing lots of chatter about this not being the ideal time to buy. Maybe even from people you love. Here’s the […]
What you need to know before buying (that no one ever tells you) Tag a friend who needs to see this, or save this post for later. Cheers ~ Nacho
Buying and selling at the same time. It’s not for the faint of heart, but my clients do it all the time. And in the end, they’re all smiles! I’m sharing my top tips for maintaining your sanity if you’re staring down both sides of a real estate transaction.
Homestead exemption is a provision that allows a Texas homeowner to remove part of your home’s value from taxation, so they lower your taxes paid on the home. Example: Your home appraised at $300,000, and you qualify for a $40,000 exemption (this is the amount mandated for school districts), you will pay school taxes on […]
So you want to buy a house? YESSS! This post is for you! What to Expect in the Housing Market for the Rest of 2022 Homes available for sale are likely to grow. BUYERS: You’ll have more options, just be ready to act fast and put in your best offer upfront. SELLERS: You may soon face more […]
“You’ve got to have squeaky clean credit to buy a house.” Hands up if you’ve heard this. Want to know the real talk? The credit score you need really depends on the type of loan you’re after. While a fixed-rate loan will require a score of at least 620, you may qualify for an FHA loan […]
Is this something you worry about when it comes to starting the home buying process? BUYER’S REMORSE The last thing you want is to find that house you love only to move in and realize it’s just a little too long of a drive to work and you hate sitting in traffic everyday, you can […]
Serious question: Have you ever invited a website over for tacos and given them a home tour? Me neither! So here’s what I want you to understand about relying on online home evaluations VS Reality: Your “Home’s Estimate” online doesn’t necessarily equal the value of your home. ❌ They didn’t see those hardwood floors you […]
Don’t get me wrong, I’m right there with you drooling over enormous homes with a dedicated room for E-VER-Y-THING (home office, exercise room, craft space, homework nook, PLUS ridiculously large bedrooms). But hear me out. There are some downsides to that larger-than-life house that’s caught your eye. Here goes:❌Upkeep and maintenance: It starts with the […]
Whether moving just across town in Gainesville, or moving to a whole new state, the concept of what moving really means can be difficult for kids to grasp. As if wrapping your own head around packing up your life and settling into a new place isn’t stressful enough, have you ever thought about what it […]
Ahhh, moving. It’s SO thrilling and incredibly stressful at the same time. But, there’s hope! Whether you’re a moving pro or packing up for the first time, there are ways to help the process go smoothly. Try out these moving day hacks that’ll keep you sane on moving day: ✔️Purge your closets before you move […]
Step 1: Simplify Décor I cannot stress enough how important it is to keep clutter out of your home, even in the form of decor! This is why I tell my seller’s scale back on the number of things in their homes before picture day. Keep it simple! Step 2: Upgrade Linens A great vacation […]
I get lots of questions from buyers. Things like:❓Can you show me this house?❓Can you ask the listing agent for the age of the roof?❓How much would my home sell for?❓Can you find out why the homeowners are selling?❓How much are the property and utility bills for this home?But my favorites are questions like these:❓Can […]