If you arrived here after googling this question you likely are a bit confused.  From a simple question, I got several answers to, “When Is The Worst Time To Sell Your Home?”  Conventional wisdom had always suggested Winter.    In reading some of the quotes below it’s worth noting that some markets such as Minneapolis or say Marco Island in Florida are extremely seasonal, while southern states like Georgia or parts of California, the school cycle affects sells of homes more strongly.  When we looked at this it wasn’t just the reverse of when is the best time to sell your home? “There may not b ..read more

This question comes up from time to time in various forms, from, “how much money should I save before buying a house” to “how much money do I need to put down?” or “How Much Money Do You Need To Save To Buy A Home?”  While there are financial entertainers out there that will give you a different opinion there is a “facts-based” answer to this.   One such entertainer, Dave Ramsey, suggests 20% down.  He’s so popular that even popular websites like credit.com and forbes.com recommend this same amount.  If you put 20% you’ll be way ahead of the game and that’s outstanding, however, with a median ..read more

Buying a home is arguably one of the most significant milestones that tops almost everyone’s lifetime to-do list. However, the financial fears of purchasing a home can easily tempt you into going with the first place you locate or simply continue to rent till the end of time. However, it need not be all that stressful and confusing, provided you take the time and research to educate yourself on the fine aspects of the home buying process and understand what to expect from various stages of the same. Here we have a created a handy fi ..read more

Of the many questions Realtors are asked, there’s none more common for a home seller then “when is a good time to sell?”  Usually it’s met with “anytime is a good time to sell.”   So are real estate agents being dishonest or is there a strategic time to sell?   Joshua Jarvis, CEO and founder of The Jarvis Team Realty, says that there is a definitive time to sell, here’s his take. List your home during the late-winter time, most preferably on February. Placing your home on the market during this time allows you to get ahead of the competition because most sellers believe that spring time is th ..read more

We often hear stories of mold-ridden homes overtaking the structural integrity and lives of the residents who live in said homes, but it’s often not noticed until it’s far too late. In this post, we’ll be discussing what to look out for when researching your first home, it’s integrity, and whether or not it has the characteristics of mold-inhabitation. Areas to Be Extra Aware of with Mold Growth Any areas of the country which happen to be in humid, hot climates; you’ll want to take extra care to have a thorough inspection performed prior to agreeing to purchase the home. This vulnerability in ..read more

When you’re in the process of searching for and buying your first home, you may experience a pretty steep learning curve. Real estate and mortgage jargon alone can be confusing, and terms like adjustable rate mortgage, contingencies, and fixed installment can leave a first-time home buyer’s head spinning. To make things more complicated, there are terms to learn about the markets you’re looking in, too. A word that’s gained popularity recently is gentrification. This term has been around for several decades, but has recently received a lot of bad press as a situation where lower-income residen ..read more

What most people think of when they think if Florida is “The Sunshine State”, after-all this is what has been on the license plates since the 1960s. What many people do not know is Florida is actually Spanish for “Land of Flowers”. Another less known name for this region of the US, located in the furthest southeast corner, is the Orange State. What is a major attraction for first time buyers is the notion of how large a state Florida is, in fact it is actually the 3rd most populous just under California and Texas. What Makes People Want To Move To Florida If you enjoy golf you will be pleased ..read more

As we enter August 2017, most of us still have a very positive outlook for the time ahead this year. Obviously that can always change as the year goes by. Many of the people with this positive outlook should be the Generation Y or the “Millennials”.  Why do you ask? You are the largest part of the workforce. The country has come out of the “Great” recession and prospects look good. Millennials are looking for the home that fits them perfectly. 99% of Millennials searched online when looking for a home.  Infographic by courtesy of Jeff Desjardins of Visual Capitalist A Millennial Is How Old N ..read more

Buying a home is a huge decision and one that can be stressful for many people. One of the biggest sources of stress for some first-time home buyers is not knowing what to expect. While buying a home can be a complicated process, becoming familiar with some of the steps and learning why they are necessary can make it easier. Use these tips to help you get started being as prepared as possible. Managing Money Wisely Money is one of the biggest parts of purchasing a home, and being financially prepared is imperative. Here are some areas to cover before beginning your search: Save up for Your D ..read more

The Last Frontier. Alaska is the northwest extremity of North America, which borders both Canada and Russia. The Alaska state flag is very representative, the flag has a fascinating history, which was actually designed by Benny Benson a 7th grader born in Chignik, AK attending school in Seward, AK. Here, Benny told the judges what his design means:  “The blue field is for the Alaska sky and the forget-me-not, an Alaska flower. The North Star is for the future of the state of Alaska, the most northerly in the Union. The dipper is for the Great Bear – symbolizing strength.” Benny Benson What Mak ..read more