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Sell my house?  Buy my next house?  Which should I do first?

Sell my house? Buy my next house? Which should I do first?

A consumer asked me… “If I have a house I need to sell before I can buy another home, how can I do it?  What comes first?” … Read more ⇢
What does “Contingent” or “Contingency” mean?

What does “Contingent” or “Contingency” mean?

“Contingent” or “Contingency” are words we use a lot in the real estate world, but what exactly does it mean? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines “Contingent” as: Likely… Read more ⇢
The Chicken/Egg Conundrum of Real Estate

The Chicken/Egg Conundrum of Real Estate

This post, contributed by Marc Aymard (a preferred lender) is not really about chickens and eggs… it’s about how to sell your current home… Read more ⇢
Lyme Disease – What To Look For

Lyme Disease – What To Look For

Although I don’t post much about things that aren’t directly real estate related, this is area related, and it impacts people I care about… So today, we’re going to… Read more ⇢
Hidden Expenses in Buying a Home – New Vs. Resale

Hidden Expenses in Buying a Home – New Vs. Resale

Today I received an email from Toll Brothers linking to a blog about why you should buy a new home rather than a resale…. Read more ⇢
A New Review!

A New Review!

A new consumer review was posted on my Zillow profile yesterday: Overall Rating: (5 STARS) “Highly likely to recommend”. Consumer bought a townhome in 2012… Read more ⇢
I LOVE My Docusign!

I LOVE My Docusign!

If you’ve known me for a long time, then you probably know I am not a gadget geek. I do not own the latest greatest techno-toys and I don’t… Read more ⇢
Should You Hire The Home Inspector Your Agent Suggests?

Should You Hire The Home Inspector Your Agent Suggests?

This post is inspired by a conversation I had with a client and local business man.  He is a well established, experienced home improvement contractor.  Recently, he had a… Read more ⇢
Getting the Best Appraisal For Your Home

Getting the Best Appraisal For Your Home

A key aspect of the home buying and selling process is obtaining a home appraisal.  A home appraisal is secured to estimate market value and can be quite… Read more ⇢

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