“The energy index rose 28.5 percent over the past 12 months. The gasoline index rose 56.2 percent since May 2020, when it was at its lowest level since February 2016. The May 2021 increase was the largest 12-month increase since the period ending April 1980. The index for electricity increased 4.2 percentover the last year, […]

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, shopping for a new home can feel daunting. In fact, 56% of buyers said that “finding the right property” was the most difficult step in the home buying process.1  Buying a home is a significant commitment of both time and money. And a home purchase has […]

While landscaping plays a key role in generating the first impression of a buyer, it doesn’t mean that you have to wait until you decide to sell your home in order to take care of your front yard, and make it look pleasing, this year in particular after the terrifying freeze that went across the […]

A Homeowner’s Guide Homeownership offers many advantages over renting, including a stable living environment, predictable monthly payments, and the freedom to make modifications. Neighborhoods with high rates of homeownership have less crime and more civic engagement. Additionally, studies show that homeowners are happier and healthier than renters, and their children do better in school.1  Most […]

It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter.