Is buying a fixer-upper really for you?  We’ve all seen Chip and Jo transform a disaster into a classy Texan homestead, but there’s a few things to consider before you go HGTV on your new [...]

Thinking of staying home with your Valentine instead of going out? Here’s our best tips to make it cozy and add a little spark!   Scent-mixing. Yeah, we’d never heard of it either! Basically, it’s [...]

Sticking to a budget is generally a great life choice, and your budget for your home is no exception. However, there are some things to take into consideration when setting your budget, and whether or [...]

Maintaining your sleep can be hard even when you haven’t moved, but when you’re trying to fall asleep in a new house, it can be a hard transition! Once you’ve gotten the pillows unpacked, try [...]

You’re putting your house on the market.  But do you make all the updates that sellers are looking for, or do you discount your asking price?  Frankly, both are an option, but it all comes [...]

In the midst of the rush to get ready for Christmas, it’s easy to overlook some important things! We’ve got a few tips for having a kid-friendly Christmas, some that are practical safety precautions, and [...]

Tis the season for hosting your family and out of town guests! Some people love it, and some people stress.  But honestly, it’s simple to impress people by just paying attention to the little things. [...]

What area will be best for you to move to?  It’s easy to hop on the internet and daydream about the homes you see there. But how do you narrow your search? We have some [...]

How much should you save for a down payment?  Obviously the answer is different for everyone, but there are few key things to consider that could help you start your savings plan! The down payment [...]

The first thing you should know is that PMI stands for Private Mortgage Insurance.  It protects your lender in case you default on your loan.  You’re required to have PMI until you pay off 20% [...]

Even if you’re not hiring someone to stage it, that doesn’t mean it should be a step you ignore! Staging doesn’t have to be overwhelming or incredibly expensive – your home can look like a [...]

We love fall!  The golden sunshine, the cool nights, and the way it makes us want to get cozy. It also makes us ready to change up our living space and bring on the fall [...]

Getting ready to sell your home can be stressful, and if you live in an area where young buyers are looking, you may not know where to start. Fear not!  Here’s a few helpful hints [...]

When you start shopping for a new home, it’s hard to know what you can afford.  We dream big, we look at our favorite neighborhoods, and often we overestimate what we can stomach in monthly [...]

Here’s a few things your realtor would love for you to know, whether you’re looking to buy or sell. We can’t stress enough how helpful a good realtor is in the moving process. If you’re [...]

While the “perfect” neighborhood might not exist, there’s a lot of ways to find one that has the perfect combination of what you and your family need!  Here’s a few ways we strategize to find [...]

What’s an FHA loan?  They vary from a conventional loan on a couple of points – and we’re gonna share a few of them today!  We love being able to offer them because they can [...]

How do you prepare for a mortgage?  Whether you’re buying your first house or not, sometimes preparing can be a challenge.  Here’s a quick guide to help you prepare for a mortgage in good time! [...]

If you’ve got kids going back to school, you’ve probably bought your fair share of pens, crayons, and notebooks this past week. The thing is, those supplies could end up anywhere – but don’t worry, [...]

Everyone talks about “rate shopping” when it comes to mortgages.  It’s the pervasive belief that misleads a lot of people – but not you, because you’ll read this blog. (wink wink)  While some rates can [...]