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One of the most frequently asked question that I have been receiving over the past month is “What does it mean to be Pre-Approved?”. This is such a great question! As many of you know, the first thing I recommend a home buyer do is speak with their lender and receive pre-approval for a mortgage. […]
Winter is almost here in Erie, and that mean’s it’s time to put on a few sweaters and leave off the thermostat to save money—right? Actually, you don’t have to take drastic measures to save big on energy this season. How to Reduce Your Erie Home Energy Bill Have a digital thermostat? Have a working fireplace? Whether your […]
Halloween is just around the corner. Have you thought about decorating your home this year? It might seem like all of the options for Halloween decorations are the same year after year: carve a pumpkin, light the luminaries, and set out a bowl of candy for trick-or-treaters. But with just a little paint and creativity in the right places, […]
If you’re a home buyer, changes to the closing process are coming in just a few days. New regulations go into effect on Saturday, October 3rd, providing new loan disclosure forms that are designed to help you better understand the terms of your home mortgage before you close on your new home. That means if you […]
Clients often ask me when listing their Erie area home, “What can I do to make my home sell faster?” I usually tell them that there are a few things that can make your home stand out from the rest when selling, because ultimately, the goal is to get clients in the door and create […]
Your referrals are the reason for much of our business. Real estate agents are like independent business owners, where personal referrals often trump advertising and marketing. In fact, the National Association of Realtors found that 7 out of 10 home buyers use recommendations from friends and family to choose their real estate agents; most agents will tell […]
Ever wondered what your home is worth? Want to know where to start looking? Whether you’re just curious or are eager to find a competitive listing price, using the best resources to find your property’s value is crucial. Today, we’re going to be talking about two types of home evaluation tools: neighborhood sold reports and comparative […]
Clients often ask me when listing their home, “What can I do to make my home sell faster?” I usually tell them that there are a few things that can make your home stand out from the rest when selling, because ultimately, the goal is to get clients in the door and create that “I […]
Before you start your home search, you want to know how much you can afford, right? There are two ways to do this: with a mortgage pre-qualification and a mortgage pre-approval. As a home buyer, the pre-approval is more valuable to you during your home search. How Pre-Approval Helps You as a Home Buyer One of […]
September is quickly approaching! That means it’s time to bring out the jackets, long-sleeve shirts, and denim jeans. But what are you doing to bring your home into fall? Here are a few easy decorating ideas you can do to welcome the cooler temperatures and beautiful colors into your home. DIY Home Decorating Tips for Fall You […]