When the weather outside is frightful, trudging door to door to look at houses might seem like a fool’s errand. Everybody knows spring and summer are the home-buying seasons, and winter is the time when you—and sellers—cool it for a bit and…
By Ryan C. Benton I know. Those popular “house-hunting” shows on cable make it look easy. Take a look at three houses, pick your favorite and, in less than an hour, you can own your dream home! Easy peasy, right?…
For many, saving enough for a down payment is the hardest obstacle to overcome while trying to achieve the dream of homeownership. Let’s face it—there are no quick fixes or instant shortcuts when it comes to saving for a down…
If you recently graduated from college, chances are you have some student debt. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to qualify for a mortgage, even while paying off your debt. Mortgage Professional Matt Sines says this scenario is actually very…
When you’re looking for a home in a seller’s market, you need to plan to avoid making mistakes. Hampton Roads is currently experiencing a strong seller’s market. A seller’s market means that buyers have to be smart and prepared if…
Buying a home is an exciting, yet complicated process. As a homebuyer, you will make countless decisions about what you want—and don’t want—in your dream house. One decision you will make is the age of your house. Although no one…
After months of looking at listings and touring open houses, you’ve finally found the perfect home. You love the kitchen and you can see your kids playing out in the backyard with the family dog. Only problem? You’re not the…
You’ve seen it on HGTV shows like Property Brothers or Fixer Upper—experts take an outdated home and make it into the buyer’s dream home—all at a fraction of what it costs to buy new. But is it possible to live…
By: Ryan C. Benton Whether you’re searching for a home or selling one you currently own, the home inspection can be one of the most stressful and frightening parts of the process. Before you get too worked up, take a…
You are about to embark on one of the most amazing and rewarding experiences that can ever come from spending money: buying a home. If you are buying a home in 2019, you should know that the entire process is not…