Halloween is just around the corner. Have you thought about decorating your home this year? It might seem like all of the options for Halloween decorations are the same year after year: carve a pumpkin, light the luminaries, and set out a bowl of candy for trick-or-treaters. But with just a little paint and creativity in the right places, […]
Archives: October 2015
DIY Home Upgrades: 5 Reasons Why Hardwood Flooring Should Be on Your Renovation List
Walter Whitehurst DIY Home Upgrades: 5 Reasons Why Hardwood Flooring Should Be on Your Renovation List Whether you’re planning on selling your home soon or you want to do a few minor renovations for your own enjoyment, an ailing hardwood floor may be on your list of things to tackle. While this can be a […]
How Much Should You Budget for Closing Costs? Let’s Take a Look
Walter Whitehurst How Much Should You Budget for Closing Costs? Let’s Take a Look If you’re in the market for a new home, you’re probably trying to budget for all of the expenses that come with a home purchase. After all, the asking price isn’t necessarily the entire amount that you’ll pay – there are […]
Do You Regret Turning Down an Offer? How to Reopen Talks with a Potential Home Buyer
Walter Whitehurst Do You Regret Turning Down an Offer? How to Reopen Talks with a Potential Home Buyer The real estate market is in a state of constant flux, and if your home has been for sale a little while you may feel vulnerable if you’ve recently rejected an offer. If you’re starting to change […]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 13, 2015
Walter Whitehurst What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 13, 2015 Last week’s economic reports included the Federal Open Market Committee Meeting Minutes and Weekly Jobless Claims. Also, the new mortgage TRID rules went into effect. Here are the details: TRID (TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure) Goes Into Effect TRID, or TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure, which […]
3 Autumn-inspired Decor Ideas That Will Spice Up Your Home
Walter Whitehurst 3 Autumn-inspired Decor Ideas That Will Spice Up Your Home With the season of jack-o-lanterns and crunchy leaves under foot, there can’t help but be plenty of ways to integrate the loveliness of autumn into your home decorations. Whether you’re looking for a simple touch or a statement that will completely define a […]
Worried About Mortgage Rates Going Up? Steps to Prepare Yourself Financially
Walter Whitehurst Worried About Mortgage Rates Going Up? Steps to Prepare Yourself Financially Mortgage rates have been at record lows for quite some time, making it easy for new homebuyers to finance their dream homes. But what comes down will eventually go back up, and with the world economy expected to rebound in 2016, we’re […]
Real Estate Investing: Why Buying a Condo in a Ski Resort Area Can Be a Great Investment
Walter Whitehurst Real Estate Investing: Why Buying a Condo in a Ski Resort Area Can Be a Great Investment The decision to invest in real estate can be one rife with risk, but if you’re ready to take this type of step into the investment market, you might be wondering where to begin. While upcoming […]
Locked in a Bidding War? 3 Tactics That Will Ensure That You Reign Supreme with a Winning Bid
Walter Whitehurst Locked in a Bidding War? 3 Tactics That Will Ensure That You Reign Supreme with a Winning Bid Bidding wars can be ugly, nasty things – but with the right tactics, you can come out a winner without having to double your offer. Welcome to basic training – today, you’ll learn how to […]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 05, 2015
Walter Whitehurst What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 05, 2015 Last week’s economic reports included Pending Home Sales, Construction Spending and several reports on jobs and employment. The details: Pending Home Sales Down as Home Prices Rise Pending home sales dipped in August, which is consistent with the waning spring and summer […]