Are you ready to purchase a home but don’t know where to start? Perhaps the most important step in buying a home begins with your credit. Your credit score plays an integral part in actually securing the funds to purchase your home. Since most of us don’t have thousands of dollars to pay out of […]
Lenders Often Use the 28/36 Method of Qualifying Buyers The monthly payment cannot exceed 28 percent of your monthly income, and the total of all debt payments is limited to 36 percent of your income. The Lender Percentages Are Usually Maximums Not everyone can afford the largest home they qualify for. You need to look […]
Over the last few years, the number of people investing in vacation homes has more than doubled, according to the National Association of Realtors. If you’re one of the many homebuyers considering a vacation home, there are some important considerations to make before jumping into a purchase. Location Whether you’re looking to slip your toes in the […]
Ever wonder if an investment property might bring you a little closer to achieving the small fortune you’ve always dreamed of? Well, be sure to consider the good, the bad, and the ugly before deciding this is the moneymaker you want to pursue. As a landlord, dealing with tenants can feel like a full-time job. […]
Buying a home can be a stressful process. A home is most likely the most expensive item you will ever purchase – so you’ll want to make sure that you’re not falling for the simple mistakes that many homebuyers make. Making even one of these mistakes below can cost you hundreds or even thousands of […]
Purchasing a home will be one of the biggest decisions of your life. The best things you can do are to educate yourself, prepare financially, and weigh the pros and cons. Take a look at some of our advantages and disadvantages of owning a home. Homeownership – Benefits The most obvious benefit of homeownership is […]
Golston Real Estate’s search tool offers a robust, accurate and secure way to find your next property without the worry of being added to someone’s “lead list” and becoming a target for spam and unwanted email. Using a state-of-the-art platform, this tool pulls its data directly from MLS and offers you the most current and […]
All buyers are keen on telling realtors what they’re looking for in a home, but what about what they’re looking for in an agent? First things first, they want to trust their realtor. This can prove difficult as many buyers have had negative experiences with other agents and have probably heard horror stories from friends […]
Many eager buyers and sellers track market conditions for a number of reasons. While their reasons for knowing the trends are different, any fluctuations can impact contract negotiations. If you are unaware of where to start, there are a number of resources available to help you determine how the market is where you are. Here […]
Lights. Camera. Action! The stage is set and ready for you to take your place on the market. Home staging is essential to selling success. Don’t overlook this important detail when you decide to sell your home. While hiring a home stager might be in your best interest, you can also learn to make your […]
