When you hear that the Federal Reserve, led by Jerome Powell, is raising or lowering interest rates, it’s natural to wonder how that impacts mortgage rates. After all, most people buying a home are far more concerned about their monthly payment than about complicated financial policy. Here’s how it all connects. The Fed sets something […]

Not Clearing the Clutter It’s hard to show the beauty and features of your home when it’s full of clutter. It may not seem like clutter to you, but remember, buyers need to be able to envision their own stuff in your house. If they can’t see past your stuff to envision their own things, […]

The negotiating is done, the contract is signed… but don’t open the champagne yet, we’re just getting started! The day after the contract is signed by all parties the termination option period begins. This is a time, set up in the contract, that is can be used by the buyer to have the property fully […]

Pack a suitcase for every member of the family as if you are going on a trip for a week. This will enable you to have each person’s necessities (Clothes, toiletries, towels, etc) for the first few days in the new home without stressing over which box to dig through. Don’t forget to pack a […]