Finding the perfect place is only the first step in buying a home. After that, comes the tricky dance of figuring out how much to offer so that you not only land the home, but also a good deal in the process. Here are five ways we suggest aspiring home owners approach this delicate negotiation. […]
A Buyer’s Guide To Home Appraisal If you plan to buy a home, you might be surprised to learn that your lender will be conducting an independent appraisal of the home you’ve picked. It’s not enough for them to go off the home’s list or sale price on faith alone. And that makes sense. After […]
We’ll be upfront about this: one of the most draining parts of the homebuying process can be the mountain of paperwork and documentation you’ll need to wade through in order to secure your loan. But with the right attitude and by giving yourself the gift of a few months’ lead time, you can make the […]
Whether you’re thinking about buying or focused on selling, we’ve got you covered. We’ve just opened up the next three months of slots for our ongoing free education workshops, Buying Into Brooklyn and Selling in Brooklyn. Both workshops are led by a powerhouse team of women who’ve helped countless buyers and sellers navigate these complex […]
Brooklyn real estate ads are often a slew of acronyms (WFH is hot this year) buried in a heap of adjectives (“cozy” can have…several meanings). But one thing you’ll come across often are the big three descriptors—pre-war, post-war )you’d think these two would cover it all, right?), and new construction. Let’s break down each so […]
Refinancing your mortgage can be the smartest financial decision you ever make. It can also be risky. And a time sink and a mental drain. But when you do it right? Hoo boy, can it mean big savings in the long run. So if you’re debating it, we’re giving you six questions to ask yourself […]
We’ve shared some tips about selling in winter with you before and we still think there are some surprising advantages people often overlook! But, this winter is unlike any other—and the Brooklyn market is unlike any other market. What we’re saying is that there are a lot of variables that your seller’s agent can talk […]
Comparing mortgage loans is one of the smartest things you can do to ensure you’re making an informed decision about a financial matter that will affect your life for years to come—maybe decades. Put it that way and it only makes sense to sit through some uncomfortable conversations with a few loan officers. But don’t […]
Unlike a last-second squeeze through the closing doors of the uptown Q train, selling a home isn’t something you can rush. But, if you’re like most homeowners, you probably aren’t even sure where to start. We’ve broken down the steps for you: WHAT TO DO NOW OR VERY SOON Pick a date If you’re in […]
Once you’ve decided to sell a rental property, there are two routes you, as the landlord, can opt to go: You can wait for the tenant’s lease to expire before putting the property on the market or you can sell with tenants still in the home. As you might have guessed, there are pros and […]
