A home purchase could be the largest single financial transaction you carry out in your life. So, it's important to understand all the costs associated with it.
Lenders are required by federal law to issue a Closing Disclosure at least three business days before your scheduled closing date. Those days are meant to be a time to review your closing costs line by line and ask questions if something doesn't make sense.
You, as the buyer, are typically responsible for the bulk of the closing co...
So with that in mind, I bring you new year's resolutions for home buyers and sellers who are planning to conduct a transaction in 2018.
FOR BUYERS
1. Check your credit report and credit score.
Especially if it's been a while or if you suspect to find errors or a less-than-stellar report, you should check your credit to see if there's any clean up that needs to be done. Mortgage len...
Home buyers are overwhelmingly opting to use Realtors when purchasing a home, according to a recently released survey.
According to the National Association of Realtors 2017 Profi...
The home inspection can be an exciting day for a buyer, but it can also be a source of anxiety. On one hand, you'll get to walk around your new home with an expert who can give you good information about your investment. On the other, you might get an unwelcome surprise or two if the inspector finds problems with the home.
When it comes time to hire an inspector, I can recommend some professionals who work with buyers in the Roanoke Valley and Smith Mountain Lake areas, but the final choice is yours. If you have friends who've recently purchased a home, ask if they would rec...
If you've heard it's a good time to list your home for sale, it's true! Low inventory levels and a number of other factors have increased demand among buyers. Sellers who have been on the fence have many reasons to consider listing now.
But with so many Realtors in the Roanoke Valley, how in the world do you choose the right person to work with?
You really need to be comfortable with your listing agent. Selling a home can be a complicated, emotional process, especially in a busy market when many sellers wind up fielding m...
