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Free list of new homes in Mooresville

Get your free list of new construction move-in-ready homes in Mooresville in the $200,000 to $400,000 price range. Or, if you prefer, tell me where you want your new home and I’ll email you what’s available! Click here for the list. This is a great time of year to buy.  Incentives from area builders can […]

Can I bring a Realtor with me when I visit a model home?

Are Realtors welcome at model homes?  Yes!  You are entitled to representation. The sales agent in the model home represents the builder- not your best interest. And builders don’t charge you more if you have a Realtor! New homes offer many more benefits than existing homes. When it comes to see and buy one, make […]

5 reasons to hire a real estate professional- me!

Whether you are buying or selling a home, it can be quite the adventure. In this world of instant gratification and internet searches, many sellers think that they can ‘For Sale by Owner’ or ‘FSBO,’ but it’s not as easy as it may seem. That’s why you need an experienced real estate professional to guide […]

Buying costs much less than renting.

The results of the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia show that homeownership remains cheaper than renting, with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage, in 98 of the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. In the six years that Trulia has conducted this study, this is the first time that it was […]

Will your current home suit your needs in retirement?

As more and more baby boomers enter retirement age, the question of whether or not to sell their homes and move will become a hot topic. In today’s housing market climate, with low available inventory in the starter and trade-up home categories, it makes sense to evaluate your home’s ability to adapt to your needs […]

What is a VA loan?

Since the creation of the Veterans Affairs (VA) Home Loans Program, over 22 million veterans have achieved the American Dream of homeownership. Many veterans do not know the details of the program and therefore do not take advantage of the benefits available to them. If you are a veteran or you know someone who is, […]

Buying a home may be easier than you think.

Thinking about buying a home and not sure you can afford it? You may think you don’t have enough saved for a down payment, or believe your credit score is too low. The chart below shows the distribution of FICO® Scores for all loans approved in May. And keep in mind some loans only require […]