Category: Buying a home
House hunting? From assessing floor plan needs to touring model homes, we have the expertise to guide you through your journey to homeownership.
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Buying a New Home in Vail School District
Read more: Buying a New Home in Vail School DistrictMany homebuyers in the Tucson, Arizona area with school-age children are moving south of the city to live within the Vail School District. It’s easy to see why! Exceptional ratings on national school websites and high test scores make the schools in this district a popular choice. The high school experience As of May 2017,…
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A Fresh Look at Buying New
Read more: A Fresh Look at Buying NewIf you’ve been weighing the benefits of buying a new home versus a resale home, New Home Source’s Start Fresh, Buy New website is a must-see. This free resource has loads of information about the pros of buying new homes—everything from a cost-savings calculator and fast facts on home energy efficiency to warranty info, an…
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“Find Me a Builder!” How to Find Your Homebuilder Match
Read more: “Find Me a Builder!” How to Find Your Homebuilder MatchBuying a new home? Before you sign on with a home builder, make sure you’ve found the right match. Not all builders have the same priorities. The first step is to identify your buying style! Which description below best describes you and your family? THE LOCATION-BASED BUYER You know the zip codes and you’re very…
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Pinterest for Real Estate
Read more: Pinterest for Real EstateWhen you think of house hunting online, sites like Zillow, Trulia and Realtor.com probably spring to mind. Our new favorite resource? Pinterest! Pinterest for homebuyers: One of the most popular categories on Pinterest is Home Décor. Homeowners and aspiring homeowners love to collect decorating ideas into a Dream Home board, whether they’re in the market…
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3 Ways to Take Advantage of the Current Housing Market
Read more: 3 Ways to Take Advantage of the Current Housing MarketHave you read the positive housing market news lately? From many accounts, the economy seems to be on the road to recovery. But the question remains: Is now a good time to buy a new home? There are positive aspects to every market. Here’s how to take advantage of what’s happening now: 1. Secure a…
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5 Steps to Get Out of the Rental Market (and Into Your Dream Home!)
Read more: 5 Steps to Get Out of the Rental Market (and Into Your Dream Home!)With rent skyrocketing in many areas, renters are asking themselves “Would it be cheaper to buy a home?” In many cases the answer is yes! Research the rental market in your city and weigh your options. If you’re ready to stop renting and start building equity, here are some quick tips to get you into…
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Building Your Dream Home: Matching Your Home Site to Your Floor Plan
Read more: Building Your Dream Home: Matching Your Home Site to Your Floor PlanAs you’re making your final home site and floor plan selections, it’s important to consider how the two fit together. Ask yourself these questions as you narrow down your options: Where’s the light? If you’re looking forward to breakfast in a nook that’s filled with morning sunlight, you might want to choose a home site…
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Buying a House After Bankruptcy, Foreclosure or Short Sale
Read more: Buying a House After Bankruptcy, Foreclosure or Short SaleIf you’ve been through a short sale, foreclosure or bankruptcy, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans have been in your shoes, and many have moved on to become homeowners again. You can, too. Buying a home may be a little more challenging this time, but it can still be a part of your family’s future.…
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First-time Homebuyer Tips and Advice
Read more: First-time Homebuyer Tips and AdviceBuying your first home is an exciting milestone. For some, it’s a dream come true and a proud personal achievement; for others, it’s a promise for their family’s future. Like any life-altering event, though, it can be overwhelming. Where do you start? How should you finance? What can you afford? The real estate jargon alone…
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5 Positive Housing Market Facts
Read more: 5 Positive Housing Market FactsThere has been a lot of buzz about today’s housing market, but current conditions can be beneficial to homebuyers for several reasons. Here are five things to keep in mind during your home search. 1. Homebuilding is cyclical Everyone knows the housing market is in a down cycle, but what many people may not understand…
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How to Buy a House: Tips From Our Folks in the Field
Read more: How to Buy a House: Tips From Our Folks in the FieldWhat advice would you give house hunters? That’s the question we put to our team, from Design Consultants and Construction Superintendents to Sales Associates and Loan Officers, nationwide. We wanted insights from the people who work with house hunters every day, and they didn’t disappoint. Our first local homebuyer tip is from one of our…
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Energy Wise Spotlight: Low-e Windows
Read more: Energy Wise Spotlight: Low-e Windows“I have to draw blackout curtains in the summer to keep the heat out.” “My windows are ice-cold and drafty in winter.” “The carpet and upholstery near my windows and sliding glass doors are fading.” If this sounds familiar, you may be throwing money out the window. Hot spots in summer, drafts…
