8 Common Title Problems & How Title Insurance Can Help
Did you know there’s a chance that the home you purchased may not actually belong to you? It’s a chilling thought, but true. Unfortunately, there are circumstances that can give others a legal stake..
9 Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe for the Holidays
With the holidays fast approaching, many of us are busy decking the halls, hosting gatherings and exchanging gifts. While safety may not be top-of-mind when making your holiday plans, it is..
Pro Tips for Closing on a Home
You’ve put in the work, found a good real estate agent and attended or hosted showing after showing, until finally finding the perfect house or perfect buyer. House-hunting and house-selling can..
Do You Have a Home Evacuation Plan?
In recent years, there’s been an influx of natural disasters across the globe. From hurricanes and tornadoes to earthquakes and wildfires, these events often give you little time or no warning to..
Probate and Real Property Transfers
When you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, the last thing you want to do is sort through the complex details of their assets – especially real property. But knowing more about what happens to real..
13 DIY Staging Tips for Home Sellers
If you’re considering selling your home, you may want to think about staging it. According to the National Association of REALTORS® 2019 Profile of Home Staging, 83 percent of buyers’ agents said..
What You Need to Know Before Building a Home
Are you considering a custom-built home? If so, you’re not alone. The pandemic has changed the way we live, prompting many to seek living spaces that include a home office, gym and spacious backyard...
A Guide to Your Pre-Move Purge
Moving to a new home is an exciting but daunting project, especially if you own a lot of stuff. One way to relieve the chore of packing, organizing, and loading up your belongings on moving day is to..
FBI: New & Evolving Internet Crimes Cause Record Financial Loss
Phishing, vishing, smishing and pharming may sound like a foreign language or the latest dance moves, but according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) 2021 Internet Crime Report, they are..
Tips for Boosting Your Home's Curb Appeal
Whether you plan to put your home on the market or stay for years, curb appeal is important to both home buyers and homeowners.