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Energy-Efficient Upgrades That Raise a Home’s Value
Energy-efficient homes are among the most sought after by buyers. A 2019 study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows the top-ranked features among buyers: Star-rated windows - 89% Star-rated appliances - 86% Star ...
Handling Lowball Offers
The home for sale has everything going for it. A good neighborhood. Curb appeal. A nicely staged interior. So why does it fetch a lowball offer? It can be frustrating, insulting, even. But before throwing a fit or feeling down and ou...
Questions to Ask During a Home Inspection
One of the most important steps of the home-buying process is the final inspection before you and the seller close the sale. It’s a crucial step: take the time to work with the home inspector in identifying any underlying issues with the ...
What’s the Difference Between a Mortgage Pre-approval and a Pre-qualification?
Mortgage pre-approval and mortgage pre-qualification are two terms that a homebuyer must understand. Being able to grasp these terms will give you a big advantage when you’re considering buying a new home. What is mortgage prequalific...
How to Determine Your Home’s Value
If you’re thinking about selling your home, the first question that will likely come to mind is, “What’s the value of my home?” Knowing how to calculate your home’s value can help you set a listing price that will attract buyers. ...
Top Fall Activities in Green Lake, WI
An art exhibit held in a winery, volunteers for projects involving renewable energy, and a chance to explore the beauty of the outdoors in a riot of colors are just some of what’s slated for fall in Green Lake, Wisconsin. Save the dat...
5 Ways to Save for a Down Payment on a Home
We all dream of owning a house. But we also worry about not having enough cash to afford the down payment on a home we wish to buy. Banks or lenders will usually require potential buyers to have on hand 20% of property’s asking price as d...
How to Find the Best Listing Agent for Your Home
Selling a house can cause anxiety and stress, especially if we have to do the pitching ourselves to potential buyers. Putting out an ad online may seem convenient and possibly lead to a sale, but we may not want to keep responding to inquir...