A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market. Here are the top four financial benefits of owning a home according to consumer respondents: 88% – a better chance of saving for retirement 87% – the best investment plan 85% – the […]
If you’ve given even a casual thought to selling your house in the near future, this is the time to really think seriously about making a move. Here’s why this season is the ultimate sellers’ market and the optimal time to make sure your house is available for buyers who are looking for homes to purchase. The latest Existing Home Sales Report from The […]
When selling a house, most homeowners hope for a quick and profitable transaction that puts them in a position to make a great move. If you’re waiting for the best time to win as a seller, the market is calling your name this spring. Here are five reasons why this is the perfect time to […]
Buying and selling simultaneously is all about the timing. Although it is common to buy and sell a home at the same time, buying a home before selling your current home is quite difficult, unless you are one of the rare homeowners with the financial ability to pay two mortgages at once. The home buying […]
A common question we are often asked is whether it is cheaper to buy or build a home. In order to help you make your decision, you will probably want to weigh the pros and cons of new and old construction and the price you will pay upfront is only where these considerations start. Here […]
Here is a very useful tool if you are purchasing a property in the area! If you ever are concerned about moving – not the house hunting process, you know, the physical relocation of your personal belongings and what a "hassle" it will be (let alone expense). Well, worry no more! The Raines Group offers […]
When buying a home, the property itself is of course important, but the neighborhood and its related school district is for many with children of equal importance. With school districts and standards changing all the time it is becoming increasingly important for parents to keep abreast of latest developments, boundary changes and reports. Like every […]
