Every other year, the Census Bureau conducts the American Housing Survey. The most recent study finds that the two most popular reasons for choosing a certain neighborhood are how it’s laid out and its proximity to work. What about you? What are your hot buttons? It helps both of us if you’re clear on what […]

Evidence of termites and other wood-destroying pests can bring a home sale transaction to an abrupt halt. These pests typically go undetected for long periods of time and can undermine the structure of a house so homebuyers are justifiably anxious to have the home inspected before closing on the purchase. Common Wood Destroying Pests What […]

If you’ve never purchased a home in a managed community (“managed” as in overseen by a homeowner association or HOA), you probably have no idea what will be included in the package of HOA documents you’ll be receiving. That’s ok, at this point you’re not expected to. You are, however, expected to read and understand […]

Whether a home warranty is worth the paper it’s written on is a matter of debate. Some people in the real estate, financial and consumer protection industries laud them. Then there are those who say not to waste your money on a home warranty. One of these is consumer expert Clark Howard, who says that […]

Never was it more evident that the average American is woefully misinformed about insurance than when the Affordable Care Act kicked in and millions had to purchase health insurance. Deductibles, co-pays and out-of-pocket maximums were terms completely unfamiliar to them. It’s no different with other forms of insurance, including that involved when you purchase a […]

Nobody really knows who starts myths, whether of the classic Greek variety or the modern real estate type. While the former are harmless enough, common real estate misconceptions may be dangerous – especially to your pocketbook. Like a game of telephone, facts become lost in the translation and misinformation conflates with fact. It’s time for […]

The following checklist is pertinent to domestic moves only. Moving abroad requires an entirely different set of tasks. Feel free to adjust the timelines according to how busy your life is. You may need to complete some of the tasks earlier. 8 to 10 Weeks before the Move: Make travel plans. If you’ll be flying […]

Of course you know that you’ll need to pay a down payment on any home you hope to purchase with a mortgage (unless you’ll be using a VA or USDA home loan). But, did you know that you will also need cash for an “earnest money deposit?” Indeed you will, and it’s a fact that […]

The most common chicken-or-egg-type question in the real estate business has to be “Should I sell my current home before buying another?” And, like many real estate questions, the answer is: It depends. Let’s take a look at some of the factors that go into making the decision about whether to buy or sell first. […]

Moving to Salt Lake City: Your Ultimate Guide to Local Living Are you considering moving to Salt Lake City? If so, you’re not alone. Salt Lake City has been named one of the best places to live in the United States, thanks to its thriving economy, beautiful scenery, and unique culture. Whether you’re moving for […]