🏡 What is an appraisal waiver with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac?
When you’re buying a home with a loan backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, an appraisal waiver means the lender may not require a traditional appraisal.
Instead of sendin...
Water testing should be considered when purchasing a home. Water testing looks for contaminants you can’t see, smell, or taste. This can include coliform bacteria, E. coli, nitrates, arsenic, lead, iron, manganese, and other naturally occurri...
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. Having a real estate attorney involved throughout the transaction is incredibly important 🏡⚖️
A qualified attorney helps protect your interests every step of ...
Don’t Skip the Septic or Sewer Line Inspection When Buying a Home 🚽 Whether a home is connected to a private septic system or a public sewer, inspecting the wastewater system is a critical step in the home-buying process.
For homes with...
What steps can you take if your property does not appraise for the contract price?
Congratulations on the contract for your home! Everyone is excited about the next steps of the purchase process. The inspections are just the beginning of the j...
Staging your home is one of the most important things you can do when getting your home ready for sale. The appearance online will determine whether or not buyers will visit your home. Taking the time to declutter by removing accessive pictures...
When it comes time to sell your home, there are action items you can take that will improve the marketability of your property and significantly reduce your stress levels. I have been practicing this technique with sellers for years with great ...