Renters Are Buying With skyrocketing rental prices, many renters are considering purchasing instead. Low down payments (typically just 3.5% of the purchase price) and historically low interest rates have made the transition easier than ever. Many of our clients have managed to keep their closing costs low through seller assist, in which the seller pays…
Perfect Outdoor Dining Improvements We have to brag. One of EveryHome’s newest listings was featured on HGTV for their Top Twelve Outdoor Kitchens in the USA! (Check it out here and in the photo below) Entryway to the Outdoor Kitchen at 31 Harrison Drive in Newtown Square It provided us with the perfect amount of inspiration…
How to Get Restoration Hardware Style for Less! I love Restoration Hardware. I mean, I really love Restoration Hardware. The quality furniture chain evokes early 20th-century New York with sophisticated neutrals and rustic elegance…and I can’t get enough! While their galleries are the perfect place for inspiration, the price tag can be daunting if you don’t shop during a sale (which,…
5 Tips for Living in A Smaller Area Recently downsized? Living in a smaller area while saving up for a down payment? Small-space living certainly comes with benefits (lower utility bills, lower monthly payments) but it can present challenges for folks used to larger spaces! Planning for a smaller area. Image via joannagoddard.blogspot.com The good…
VA Loan Sets Record The Department of Veterans Affairs backed nearly 630,000 mortgages in 2013, which is a record-setting high for the program. Designed to benefit our nation’s veterans and active-duty military men and women, a VA Loan is a popular choice because they’re more flexible in their credit score requirements and require no down…
Are Open Houses Worth It? While an open house can be a great tool for agents seeking new clients, many real estate professionals believe that they aren’t typically worth it for sellers. Most real estate agents report that only 1-3% of their listings actually sell from an open house, which means that it is much…
Short Sales Info Short sales (which are a popular alternative to foreclosure) are often priced a bit under market. They can be a really great deal, but there are a couple of important things to consider. First of all, short sales aren’t short! Unfortunately, you can expect to wait longer for settlement than you would…
If you’re in the home hunting process and working with an agent, you may have been asked to sign a Buyers Agency Contract (BAC). This contract essentially binds you to the agent you’re working with—that is, if you purchase a home during the term designated on the BAC, your agent is legally entitled to represent…