We can’t stress enough how important home inspections are to a buyer. While it might seem like a good idea to save some money when buying a home, the home inspection is definitely not one of the things to cut. This home inspection infographic is a simple straight forward answer to the question, “Do I […] The post Why A Home Inspection Is Important appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple of years, you’ve likely heard about growing affordability challenges. But according to experts, the key factors that determine housing affordability are projected to improve this year. Selma Hepp, Executive, Deputy Chief Economist at CoreLogic, shares: “…with slowly improving affordability and a more optimistic economic […] The post The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s gained popularity in recent years. According to a Harris […] The post Should You Rent Your House or Sell It? appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many buyers wait until then to make their move, believing it’s the best time to find a home. However, that isn’t always the case when you factor in the competition you could face with other buyers at that time of year. If you’re ready to […] The post Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years as home prices skyrocketed and you made your monthly mortgage payments. Home equity builds over time and can help you achieve certain goals. According to the latest Equity Insights Report from CoreLogic, the average borrower with a home loan […] The post 3 Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

A new year brings with it the opportunity for new experiences. If that resonates with you because you’re considering making a move, you’re likely juggling a mix of excitement over your next home and a sense of attachment to your current one.   A great way to ease some of those emotions and ensure you’re […] The post 3 Best Practices for Selling Your House This Year appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home. This year is no different. But before you dive too deeply into your options, it helps to understand the true costs of renting moving forward.   In the past year, both […] The post Avoid The Rental Trap This Year appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you’ll go next.   In today’s market, it makes sense to explore all your options. That includes both homes that have been lived in before as well as […] The post Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

If you’re getting ready to buy your first home, you’re likely focused on saving up for everything that purchase involves. One cost that’s likely top of mind is your down payment. But don’t let a common misconception about how much you need to save make the process harder than it could be.   Understand 20% […] The post How Much You Need To Save for a Down Payment? appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more

As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling.   Now, however, rates are beginning to come down – and buyers are starting to reenter the […] The post Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market appeared first on Kimberly Howell Properties ..read more