How Walkable is Your Neighborhood?
Homeowners with an eye to sell their home may be hearing words like walkability. But was does it mean and how does it apply to your situation? While it isn’t a big factor with all buyers or all situations, it…
Building Your Credit
If you are getting ready to buy a house in the next few years, taking time to build your credit is a great way to get the best rates and keep your costs down. Here are a few steps that…
Questions for Your Real Estate Agent
Getting ready to buy or sell a home? You are probably working with a real estate agent or considering reaching out to one for their expertise and guidance. Here are a few questions to help you find the right fit.…
4 Great Moving Tips for a New Homeowner
Getting ready to move? This is a fun and exciting time, especially if you are moving into your first home. It can also be stressful and a lot of work. Here are some tips to make the process go smoothly.…
Getting Pre-Approved for a Home Loan
If you are starting your home search as a serious buyer, you want to consider getting pre-approved for a home loan. It requires a bit of work upfront but can streamline the process and make purchasing your home that much…
How Does Escrow Work?
When you set up your mortgage payment, you will likely see different items included. Typically, a monthly mortgage payment is made up of principal, interest, taxes, and insurance. All these items combine to create one payment that goes directly to…
How to Boost Your Credit Score to Prepare for Buying a House
If you are getting ready for home ownership, you have probably taken a good long look at your personal finances. Having a great credit score can be helpful when qualifying for a mortgage. If yours is less than stellar, here…
Getting Your Documents Organized to Buy a Home
Purchasing a home requires a lot of paperwork. Not only do you need to complete the offer and contract, but you will also likely need to submit plenty of documentation to your lender as well. Here are a few ways…
What to expect after your offer is accepted
Did your offer on an Athens-area home get accepted? If so, congratulations! One of the first major items in the escrow process is the home inspection. Hopefully you took some time for yourself to have a quick celebration. But, with…
Finding a home in Watkinsville and making an offer
In earlier posts we discussed finding the right Oconee area lender and realtor. Now it is time to move on to the most exciting and sometimes nerve racking part of the home buying process. It is time to search for…
