Four Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years. Equity builds over time as home values grow and as you pay down your home loan. And, since home prices skyrocketed during the ‘unicorn’ years, you’ve likely gained more than you think. According to the latest Equity … Continue reading "EQUITY MATTERS"

Are you looking to invest in a rental property or multiple properties, but you’re not sure where to start? One of the first steps you should take is finding a REALTOR who is knowledgeable about investment properties and property management. A good REALTOR can help you find the right property, negotiate the best price, and … Continue reading "How do I find a REALTOR that knows investment properties?"

If you’re looking to improve your credit score and get a better interest rate on a home or investment property, there are a few key things you can do: 1.) Pay your bills on time: One of the most important factors in your credit score is your payment history. By paying your bills on time, … Continue reading "Top 5 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score (so you can buy a house)"

According to the National Association of Realtors, the Real Estate market is currently favor of buyers. This is due, in part, to the increase in the number of homes for sale and a slight decrease in home prices. In addition, mortgage rates remain relatively low historically, making it an affordable time to buy a home. … Continue reading "Is now a good time to buy?"

Some of you may know in my previous life I owned a bar in Vermillion, SD that’s been known and loved by college students, alumni and faculty for decades. It should come as no surprise then, that my review of Carey’s Bar is Five Stars. Before you accuse me of bias, listen to my reasoning. […]

Here’s a look at what we might see in the fourth quarter of our real estate market.

What do first-time buyers need to know about home inspections? First of all, you typically pay for all home inspections included in the contract, and you can order as many as you want, be it a general home inspection, pest inspection, radon test, etc. Your Realtor should be able to provide you with a list […]

I want to address a couple of the most common things buyers have been looking for since the pandemic hit. If you’re a buyer, this may give you an idea of what to look for, and if you’re a seller, you should keep these things in mind when listing your home. These days, buyers are […]

Here’s what you need to know about our summer real estate market. Sellers are starting to feel a bit more comfortable with open houses, and many have asked us to reincorporate that into their marketing plan. Those participating in open houses may be required to wear a mask, their your shoes, and use hand sanitizer. […]