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buying your first home - what you should know

If you are considering buying your first home, there are a lot of things that you may have failed to consider. Having gone through the first time home buying process just a year ago, I have learned quite a bit about buying, maintaining and protecting my own home. On this blog, you will find tips for buying the home that you can afford, lists of things that you may not have accounted for in your budget and advice for protecting the big investment that you will spend the next several years paying for and living in. Hopefully what I have included will help you.

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3 Reasons You Need To View A House At Night Before You Buy It

Posted on July 7, 2016

Most home viewings are scheduled during the day. However, what may seem like your dream home during the day can quickly be turned into a disaster home at night. Therefore, it is crucial that you take the time to view your home in the evening before you decide to make an offer on it. By viewing a home in the evening, you will get a whole new perspective on the community, which could turn you off on the entire neighborhood as well as the house itself. [Read More]

How To Pick A Backsplash For Your Kitchen That Will WOW People

Posted on June 27, 2016

Picking out a backsplash for your kitchen can change the entire look. It's a fun process for owners of new homes and there are so many choices. If you are looking for something to make people say wow, then these tips will help you find the perfect one. Look at What you Have When picking a backsplash, it's easy to start coming up with ideas from looking around your kitchen. Check out what your countertop looks like and picture a backsplash that compliments it. [Read More]

Options For Going Green When Building Your Custom Home

Posted on June 20, 2016

If you are lucky enough to custom build your next home, this can be exciting, but also a little overwhelming. One great thing about this option is that you can control the design of your home and can work to incorporate eco-friendly materials and efficiencies into your home. Here are four options when it comes to going green when designing your custom home. 1. Energy-Efficient Building Materials and Design The great thing about building your home from the ground up is the opportunity to choose the materials that go into this yourself. [Read More]

Coexist: How To Deal With The Cons That Come Along With A Lakefront Property

Posted on June 8, 2016

Buying a piece of property that sits on a lake is a dream for many. Having a home that overlooks the water, plus being able to sit on the lake or participate in water activities adds to the enjoyment of your real estate. One of the biggest problems with buying a home that sits directly on a lake is dealing with the issues that the water or the lake itself may bring. [Read More]