This year may have marked the best year for the housing market since 2007, but the market will likely get even healthier in 2016, according to a recent real estate forecast by realtor.com®. One of the main drivers behind the brighter 2016 is the projection that employment will continue to grow, which means people will…
Category: For Buyers
Your Offer Has Been Accepted…Now What?
Once a buyer’s agent calls with the news that a seller has accepted their offer, typically a 30-60 day closing process is set into motion. During those 30-60 days, there are a few things that buyers need to stay on top of. 1. Sign the Purchase Contract: If…
Holiday Traditions
December is here, which means the holidays are among us, and it’s time to spread that holiday cheer! What better way to get in the spirit than sharing holiday traditions and/or beginning new ones! AskHomesale.com provides real estate advice and information for home buyers, home sellers, and homeowners alike. Askhomesale.com is part of the Homesale…
Moving During the Holidays?
8 TASKS to mark OFF YOUR to-do LIST Thanksgiving is next week, which means the winter holidays are almost here. If you are planning on moving during the stress of the holidays, you might be freaking out a little inside with all of the shopping and packing to do in the short weeks ahead. We know…
Keep America Beautiful Initiative
November 15th is America Recycles Day. This is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the monetary, energy and resource savings provided by recycling. This is also a great way to improve education about what is recycled and motivate people to recycle more. The national recycling rate has increased every year for the past 30 years. Recycling…
A Guide to Buying Your First Home
1. Meet with a sales associate. Why Should I Use a Real Estate Agent? 2. Get pre-approved for a mortgage. Why Should I Get Pre-Approved for a Mortgage? How Much Home Can I Afford? Mortgage Approval and Student Loans 3. Search for your first home. My HomeFinder Listing Status 4. Find your home…
8 Reasons to Hire A Real Estate Agent
1. Education and Experience You don’t need to know everything about buying and selling real estate if you hire a real estate professional who does. A real estate professional is the manager of your home buying process. They are aware of your concerns, needs and priorities. They are up-to-date on the latest regulations and…
Prepare Your Home for the Fall Season
With only a few weeks left of summer, now is the perfect time to prepare for the Autumn weather and keep your home running smoothly. Click to download the pdf AskHomesale.com provides real estate advice and information for home buyers, home sellers, and homeowners alike. Askhomesale.com is part of the Homesale Realty Family. The Homesale Family of…
10 Shortcuts to Make Your Move Easier
Near or far, there’s no shortage of challenges when it comes to moving. Between organizing an entire household changing addresses and vetting out movers, relocating to a new house can be hectic. And the biggest stress of all? Packing. To help alleviate some of that stress, here is a list of clever shortcuts that will…
10 Ways to Take the Stress Out of Back-to-School Shopping
For busy families, back-to-school season is not without its share of stress. Ease the back-to-school burden on your household with these shopping tips designed to simplify the year ahead. 1. Take stock of your inventory. School lists often carry over each school year, so make sure you aren’t buying multiples of things you already own….
7 Common Closing Costs to Consider When Purchasing a Home
Purchasing a home is an expensive proposition, but for many buyers, the realization that a host of closing costs need to be paid before the sale can go through is often a concern when it comes to ensuring there is enough money set aside to go through with the transaction. In simple terms, closing costs…
Defining Your Ideal Home
The property you buy will be much more than a house; it will be your home. So before you go out and view houses, understand what you are looking for. Try answering the following questions to help you clarify the things that are most important to you in your ideal home and neighborhood. Defining Your Ideal…
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