As you hit the housing market, you may find yourself trying to decide if you should go with a new construction home or purchase an already existing structure. To help you in your decision making, we've laid out the pros and cons of new construction vs. existing homes....
Home Buying
How to Find the Right Mortgage Lender
Purchasing a home is a significant investment. For most, it’ll be one of the largest purchases of their lifetime! As such, many homeowners decide to finance their purchase with a mortgage loan but are lost when it comes to the process. In this article, we’re breaking...
Negotiation Tips for Buyers
For most people, purchasing a home will be one of the largest financial transactions of their lifetime. As such, it’s extremely important home buyers try to get the best deal possible! To help in this endeavor, we’ve put together a list of 10 negotiation tips every...
Common Contingencies Home Buyers Should Know
For most people, buying a home will be one of the most expensive purchases of their lifetime. As such, it’s important buyers protect themselves during the home buying process. One way to do so is to ensure important contingency clauses are added to the contract as a...
Everything You Need to Know About Preapproval
If you’re planning on purchasing a home using a loan, you’ll first need a mortgage preapproval. Preapproval is preliminary authorization on a home loan, letting you know how much you can afford based on your current financial situation. Getting preapproved for a loan...
Is It Better to Rent or Buy?
Is It Better to Rent or Buy? Is it better to rent or buy? It’s a question many Americans across the Nation face at some point in their lives; one you may yourself may be considering right now. To be upfront, you should know there’s no quick “yes” or...
What Is Title Insurance and Do You Need It?
What is Title Insurance and Do You Need It? If you’re in the process of purchasing a home, the term title insurance has likely been mentioned to you. In this article, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about title insurance from what...
Home Inspection Checklist for Buyers
Home Inspection Checklist for Buyers When it comes to buying a home, one of the largest financial commitments one will make during their lifetime, there are few elements more crucial than the home inspection. As such, we’re going to give you the...
What Components Make a Strong Offer?
What Components Make a Strong Offer? If you’re searching for a new home and curious about what components make a strong offer, you’re in the right place. In today’s seller’s market, low inventory and increasing interest rates keep buyers in bidding wars...
5 Tips to Win a Bidding War
Bidding wars are a trademark of a sellers market. Here are five tips to avoid heartbreak and help you land that perfect home.
How to Win an Offer Series – Tip #3
Throughout October Jennifer Young from Jennifer Young Homes will be hosting a new series, How to Win an Offer. Each Friday, Jennifer will provide buyers and sellers with useful information on how to win an offer in such a competitive market. Make sure to tune in every...
How to Win an Offer Series – Tip #2
Throughout October Jennifer Young from Jennifer Young Homes will be hosting a new series, How to Win an Offer. Each Friday, Jennifer will provide buyers and sellers with useful information on how to win an offer in such a competitive market. Make sure to tune in every...