Consumer FAQs

Being a homeowner and maintaining your home is an important responsibility. To prevent expensive repairs and unexpected costs, it is important to keep up with your home's needs. How well your home is maintained will also have an impact on the value of your home. 

While most homebuyers check out the layout of the rooms and the name brands on the kitchen appliances when touring a house, educated buyers know what’s really important to look for when buying a home. 

Here’s what to REALLY look for when buying a house.

Most buyers are aware of the obvious costs of buying a home: a down payment and a mortgage. But, what about the unexpected costs? There are, in fact, several costs both upfront and ongoing that buyers should anticipate. It is important to consider all of the costs before purchasing your home.

Are you wondering how much house can you afford? Knowing you want to buy a home is one thing; knowing how much of a mortgage payment you can handle is another. Too often, what buyers want and what they can afford don't match up.  Let us help you determine how much your wallet can handle.

It’s possible you may be faced with multiple competing offers to purchase your property. Your REALTOR® can explain various negotiating strategies for you to consider. If you have questions about the possibility of multiple offers and the way they can be dealt with, ask your REALTOR® to explain your options and alternatives.

Setting your home's list price can be tricky – pricing too high means it could take longer to sell and pricing too low means a potential loss of extra money. Here are some tips for finding the best number.