Here are the four main things you should be on the lookout for. Buying a home is a major investment and can be an exciting yet overwhelming process. As you approach the closing date, there’s one important step that you don’t want to overlook—the walk-through. This is typically done a few d

Four new technologies that can make your home more energy efficient. Do you want to make your home more energy efficient and reduce your carbon footprint? Smart technology can help you achieve that goal and lower your energy bills. Here are four smart home technologies you can use to improve y

Your cheat sheet on how to become a successful buyer or seller this year. It’s a new year, which means there are new opportunities. Perhaps you’re a first-time homebuyer looking for that dream home. Or maybe you’re a homeowner looking into some home improvements. Or maybe you’re looking fo

These five myths might make the process harder than it needs to be. It’s common for first-time homebuyers and experienced homeowners to feel overwhelmed by the purchasing process. Plus, myths and misconceptions often make the experience even more confusing. If you’re thinking of buying thi

Four reasons why inspections play a large role in your transaction. You probably know that a home inspection is part of the buying and selling process, but do you know why it’s so important and what it could mean to your real estate success? If you’re looking to buy or sell, here’s what yo

From our team to your family, we want to wish you a happy holiday season. Happy holidays to you! The holiday season has officially arrived. We hope you enjoy this wonderful time of year and make some fantastic memories. We wanted to take a moment to thank you for your continued suppo

Four reasons why I recommend hiring a contractor for home projects. Are you thinking about doing some work in your home? If so, are you going to hire a contractor? I recommend that you do, as hiring a contractor can alleviate the stress of a large undertaking. Do your due diligence, get re

Four preventative measures to help your house avoid water damage. Your house can get a lot of water exposure from storms and winter weather, and that doesn’t include undetected plumbing problems that may arise. Water damage can ruin the roof, cause mold and mildew, and destroy your belongi

We are very thankful for friends like you this Thanksgiving. It’s that time of year again, so we just wanted to take a minute to wish you a happy Thanksgiving! Thank you to all of our friends, family members, and clients that became friends. We are so grateful for everyone who chose to wor

Explaining how my foolproof system helps buyers find their dream homes. Are you looking to buy a house? If so, I’m here today to share my foolproof system to help you find your dream home. If you were buying a house months ago, you probably didn’t need much of a plan because there wasn’

Four easy tips to reduce the stress and costs that come with moving. If you’re moving, stay tuned because I have four easy tips to reduce stress and costs. Moving can be demanding and expensive, whether you’re moving across the street or across the country. Fortunately, if you plan ahead a

Only some fixtures actually come with the house you’re buying. When you tour a house for sale, it could be staged. It’ll look great with all the appliances, furniture, and window treatments, but what actually comes with the house once you buy it? Only attached fixtures come with the hou

Why you have a better chance to find your dream home in this market. Are you thinking about buying? Well, Mr. Licorice and I are here to tell you why you may want to start your home search today. If you’re thinking about buying a home, you probably have a lot of thoughts going through y

Here are five common home-buying mistakes you should avoid. If you’re planning on buying a home, you’re probably going to need a loan. The loan process can be stressful, but it can be even worse when you make simple mistakes. That’s why I’m sharing five things you DON’T want to do when app

The easiest way to save for retirement is simply by owning a home. If you’re a homeowner, your house is probably your most valuable asset and a key piece of your retirement puzzle. Whether you’re 25 or 55, a retirement plan is always important. That’s why I’m sharing four reasons why a hom

If your appraisal comes in low, here are five options available to you. What happens if you’re buying a house and the appraisal comes in low? Today Mr. Licorice and I are here to spell out your options. If you’re buying a house, you’re likely getting a mortgage, which means your lender

To clear up any confusion, here are five facts to know about our market. There have been a lot of conflicting accounts of what’s going on in the market lately. Today Mr. Licorice and I will set the facts straight: Fact No. 1: The market is starting to shift. Inventory is still low,

An adjustable-rate mortgage could help you offset our rising rates. High interest rates got you down? My special guest and I have a solution for you today. As always, I’m joined by Mr. Licorice, but we’re also talking with a mortgage expert, Drew “MortgageWhip” Whipple.  Rates are high,

Here are three reasons why you don’t need to worry about a market crash.  “Are we in a housing bubble?” Mr. Licorice and I get asked this question all the time. People see our rising home prices and assume we’re heading for another crash, but I don’t think there’s anything to worry about.

How rising rates affect buyers and what that means for you in this market. Mr. Licorice and I are back again to talk about 30-year conventional mortgages. The average rate is up over 5%, the highest in over 10 years. What does this mean for you? First, you’ll be spending hundreds more e