Monthly Archives: January 2013

What’s It Going to Take?

How much evidence is needed to make a decision to get out of the rent race and become a homeowner? Compare your rent with a mortgage payment on a similar size property. If you want a larger home than your current one, use the rent that property would r...

Selecting the Right Color

Have you ever picked a color from the myriad of paint samples available, put it on the wall and decided that it was all wrong? It shouldn't have to be that difficult but trying to pick the perfect color from those little swatches is just not that easy....

Sooner is Better than Later

Buyers who have delayed purchasing a home due to concerns about what might happen to the tax laws affecting home ownership should feel comfortable about getting back in the market. The recent legislation passed by Congress and signed by the President c...

Get Your Offer Accepted

As the market shifts from a buyer's market, it's good to know how to improve your chances to have the seller accept your offer. Once you decide on a home, don't waste time; write an offer and submit it as soon as possible. Competing with another buyer ...