5 Places to Cool Off in and Around Sacramento
As the summer heat picks up we are all looking for places to relax and cool down. We have outlined five places that you can keep the heat at bay as summer ramps up!
Author: Austin Whatley
What is Title Insurance?
When you purchase your home how can you be sure there are no problems with the homes title and that the seller really owns the property? This is a common question that comes up more often than you would think in a real estate transaction. Problems with with the title can limit your use and enjoyment of the property as well as bring financial loss. This is what title search and title insurance are for.
5 Great Exterior Color Schemes for Your Home
The exterior color of your home can give a first impression to neighbors and people who pass by. It can reflect the personality of the owner and give insight into the love and care a person has for their home. We have outlined a few exterior color schemes that allow your house to be unique and stand out in your neighborhood!
Who Pays What in Your County- Title and Escrow Fees
When negotiating for the house of your dreams it is sometimes hard to offer over asking in order to make the offer more appealing to the sellers. Negotiating title and escrow fees can be a smart and helpful tactic to make your offer stand out over the others! In every real estate transaction, the payment of title and escrow fees is negotiable and subject to the terms of the real estate contract, but in most counties, there is a “customary” procedure which is as outlined below:
Designing in Small Spaces
Living and deigning small spaces does not have to involve compromise! Even though designing small spaces can prove to be a difficult and daunting task, we have gathered some tips and tricks that can help turn your small space into one of comfort without compromise.
Decorating with a Gallery Wall
Decorating with a gallery wall can be a fun and eclectic way to show your personal style with flare! We have outlined the main steps to get you a Pinterest or Instagram worthy gallery wall for all to see!
The Importance of Getting Pre-Approved
A common practice that we see a lot with new buyers when they start looking for a new home is they call a Realtor and start looking at homes they think are in their price range. This can be very hard because when they go to talk to a lender usually things get put into perspective and it does not always align with what the buyer thinks they will qualify for.
Talking to a lender is truly the first step in the home buying process because they are able to help you understand the price point that you will qualify for without straining yourself as well as develop an avenue to achieve home ownership. We have laid out why it is important to get pre-approved!
Benefits of Staging a Home
It has come time for you to list your home but you are unsure whether or not staging will benefit the sale of your house. While not all homes need to be staged in order to sell them, there are some benefits to staging a home that can help catch a buyers eye.
What Are Contingencies?
Contingencies are something that come up in a real estate transaction and we as Realtors sometimes forget that this is an abstract concept to our clients. Hopefully this will provide a little more clarity into what contingencies are and what their purpose is in a real estate transaction.
Recommended Home Maintenance Schedule
Owning a home is amazing but the maintenance that goes along with homeownership can be daunting. We have put together a home maintenance schedule to help keep you on track and give some peace of mind!