When you’re planning a move, it seems there are a million details to think about: from packing to changing billing addresses to cleaning, filling the moving truck and even downsizing. Simply put, the amount of work it takes to relocate can be overwhelming. But in the midst of packing up your lives, it’s important to remember that your children are moving too, and changing schools can be a very scary endeavor.   Changing homes often means changing schools For children, the potential impact of chang... read more

When the nest is the right size now, but a new baby is soon to enter the picture, it’s time to go house hunting. But if it’s your first visit from the stork, or even the second, you may be wondering just what kind of a place you’ll need for your little ones to grow up in. Well, we have good news—it turns out Realtors are experts not only at understanding the complex world of home buying, but they know exactly what you should be looking for when you need a baby-friendly abode.   What yo... read more

Which mortgage is right for you? Here are some options.  When you’re ready to buy a new home, it’s natural to want to focus on finding the ideal place to hang your hat. But before you start attending open houses and walking through potential properties, you’ll want to give some thought to the type of mortgage that’s right for you.   Selecting the right mortgage can save you money  Just as no house is the same as the next one, no buyer is the same as the next. So it stands to ... read more

Title insurance is an essential addition to your home purchase package. With title insurance, you can be protected against title defects, such as prior owner debt & liens that have been instituted prior to your home purchase. Check out this infographic that covers title insurance further!... read more

How’s the real estate market? For the experienced professional, this is a not a simple question. The answer can be multi-faceted and depends on one’s perspective. It’s kind of like summer weather in the Midwest. It depends on where you live, which day of the week or even what time of day! The real estate industry is made up of multiple markets. Are you asking about the residential housing market? Or the residential multi-family market? Single-family homes or condos? Urban, suburban or rural? Even... read more