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Once you’ve found the perfect home and secured the loan, all that’s left to do is start chipping away at those mortgage payments…right? In actuality, there are a handful of other, often-overlooked expenses that come with buying a home, but as long as you know what you’re getting into, they’re plenty manageable. Take a look […]
According to information released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Americans can expect an estimated average refund of $3,143 this year when filing their taxes. Many times tax refunds are often looked upon as ‘extra money’ that can be used toward larger goals. If you’ve considered buying a home in 2019, this can be a […]
Downsizing can be a great choice for homeowners looking to make a financial or lifestyle change. After all, a smaller amount of space means less money on utility bills and less stress from clutter. Are you a recent empty-nester? Moving for financial reasons? Or maybe you’ve watched a few episodes of Tidying Up with Marie […]
Before you start your home search, you want to know how much you can afford, right? There are two ways to do this: with a mortgage pre-qualification and a mortgage pre-approval. As a home buyer, the pre-approval is more valuable to you during your home search. How Pre-Approval Helps You as a Home Buyer One […]
It might surprise you to find out that the top five safest cities in Missouri are located in St. Louis County according to The National Council for Home Safety and Security. In their annual list of states with towns with the least amount of violent and non-violent crimes per population all stats point to St. Louis County. […]
When Do the Most Houses Go On the Market in St. Louis and St. Charles? Savvy shoppers know when it’s the best time of the year to shop for oranges, avocados and apples. But what about homes for sale? When do most houses go on the market in St. Louis? What months seem to feature […]
As we kick off the new year, many families have made resolutions to enter the housing market in 2019. Whether you are thinking of finally ditching your landlord and buying your first home or selling your starter house to move into your forever home, there are two pieces of the real estate puzzle you […]
Your personal home-buying schedule doesn’t have to correspond with the real estate market! In fact, buying during the “off season” can yield tremendous advantages. The “off season” differs depending on your specific location, but always refers to the period of time during a calendar year when both inventory and competition are low. Usually, this corresponds […]
It’s a common real estate predicament: selling the home you currently live in while trying to buy a new one. So… what’s the most efficient way to go about it? All in all, it depends on your situation. Are you willing to buy a second home without having sold your first one? Or are you […]
St. Louis Housing Report August 2018- Rise in Median Sales Price with an Increase in New Listings “Although 2018 housing trends show we are in a sellers’ market, the rise in overall new listings compared to 2017 offers renewed optimism for buyers searching for their dream home,” said St. Louis REALTORS® President Marc Levinson. The Press Release Stated: […]
When it comes to buying a home, there are more things to consider than you may realize. After all, it’s a lot more complicated than walking into the grocery store to buy a gallon of milk! Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases the average person makes. As such, you can expect […]
St. Louis Home Buyer Guide Fall 2018 Edition If you are considering purchasing a home this Fall check out this info-packed St. Louis Home Buyer Guide. Approximately 25 pages covering many topics to help you understand the whole process of finding, sorting, and deciding on the best house for you. Topics include: Knowing What You […]
Buying a home shouldn’t be rocket science. You find the perfect home, make an offer to the seller, pay a couple of fees, and bam! You just bought a home. However, there’s some home buying terminology that you should know before you start. Buying a home actually has a lot of moving parts which include […]
St Louis Area Homes for Sale Near Golf Courses The late Paul Harvey once quipped, “Golf is a game in which you yell “fore” … shoot six … and write down five.” If you’re an avid golf fan visiting St. Louis for the PGA Championship welcome to St. Louis! We hope you will enjoy your […]
Topgolf Celebrates Grand Opening in Chesterfield They did it! Topgolf has their grand opening in the beautiful Chesterfield Valley today, August 3, 2018. Just in time to greet not only local golfers, but the soon to be arriving golf fans from around the country attending the PGA 100th Anniversary Championship held at the Bellerive Country […]
Should You Buy Now or Wait Until Next Year? This has to be the big question running through many potential home buyers at the moment. Should you buy now or wait until next year? Homes are More Affordable Today Than in 1985-2000 Rising home prices have many concerned that the average family will no longer […]
What Kids Want In Their Next Home Parents say what kids want in their next home and their opinions matter big when buying a home. A recent survey conducted by Harris Poll and released by SunTrust Mortgage found that “55% of homeowners with a child under the age of 18 at the time when they […]
St. Louis Housing Report April 2018-Buyers Forced to Act Quickly in a Competitive Market The St. Louis Realtors April 2018 Housing report shows the pressure on buyers trying to find and purchase homes in the midst of growing buyer competition. The median days on market dropped to only 12 days, the lowest point in 2018. […]
Voice Activated Mortgage Calculator A voice activated mortgage calculator is one of the new digital personal assistants available to home and mortgage shoppers everywhere. Why fumble around typing numbers into your small keyboard … when you can just ask your phone the question and get an answer within seconds? Hound, a popular mobile voice activated […]
It’s spring, which means home buying season has officially arrived! If you’re on the hunt for a new home, chances are you’ve already thought about the features you’d like to have. However, one important part of searching for homes is making a distinction between your needs and your wants. Needs are amenities or features you […]
