It is important for you have an agent who represents you in the transaction, and puts your interest first. Buying or selling a home can be a complicated process. Along the way, you’ll interact with several different professionals. Two of the key players when buying or selling a home are the listing - or seller's agent, and the selling - or buyer's agent. You need to understand the Continue Reading
Community Property and Your Home
Editors note: As real estate professionals we hear these questions and misconceptions on the daily. The answer to every question is: Talk to your lawyer! - Norma Wall, Broker Community property is the legal concept that assets and debts acquired by either party during a marriage or domestic partnership are owned equally by both parties. This includes your home. When the union is dissolved, the Continue Reading
Photos of Anna, TX
This is a special Thank You to Glenn Johnson, our trusted architectural photographer, who recently stopped by the central part of town to take some new photos of Anna TX for our website. If you ever need a talented photographer, contact Glenn Johnson. His work is amazing and he always goes the extra mile! Want to Continue Reading
Pills, Puppies & Cyber Security
When you're house is on the market for sale, you need to take extra steps to help keep you, your family, pets, and property safe. Puppies, pills and cyber security are the big three - but there are others! Remove your pets from the home, or at least crate them for safety. Lock up you prescription drugs and keep OTC drugs out of sight. Put away cash, jewelry, personal documents and Continue Reading
Home Inspections 101
When you buy a house, you want to know as much as possible about the property. Hiring a home inspector is a good way to learn more about the property condition of your potential home. It’s for this reason that real estate professionals recommend that you have a property inspected immediately after contracting. A HOME INSPECTION IS A VISUAL EXAMINATION OF A PROPERTY’S STRUCTURE AND SYSTEMS. It Continue Reading
Tips For Newlyweds Buying a Home
Congratulations on your wedding and decision to buy a home together! After you get married, you and your partner are probably eager to take the next steps. For many people, this means buying a home. It’s time to settle down with your spouse, and start making your homeownership goals. This is a major financial commitment, so it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. Buying a house is a stressful but Continue Reading
Simple Upgrades for a Messy Kid’s Room Before Selling
Staging your home is one of the best steps you can take to attract potential buyers and get more competitive offers on the property. However, making even small and simple changes to a messy child’s room can feel difficult. You don’t want your child’s room to be unlivable while your house is on the market, but you don’t want to scare away buyers with a loud or cluttered room. Fortunately, it Continue Reading
DIY Fix-Ups for Fall
It’s October and the cooler weather is a reminder to get started on preventative maintenance for your home. I've yet to own a home that didn't benefit from a little fall fix-up. Here are a handful of do-it-yourself projects to get your home in tip-top shape for winter. Pick up all fallen leaves to limit damage to grass and “critter” invasions Unclog gutters to protect windows and Continue Reading
Bathroom Remodel ROI
Before you dive into major home remodeling projects, such as a bathroom remodel, it's good to know how it will affect your resale value and if you're going to get a return on your investment. When homeowners remodel, it is usually to upgrade worn-out surfaces, finishes, and materials or because it is time for a change, to add features and improve livability. The typical cost of 19 Continue Reading
What to do if Sellers Leave Their Junk Behind
Closing on your new home and preparing to move in should be an exciting experience. You and your family get a fresh start in a new space, and you have endless possibilities for how to arrange and decorate each room. This ideal image of your move can come crashing down, though, if your home is filled with the seller’s belongings. It’s not uncommon for homeowners to leave a few items behind when Continue Reading
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