Posts with tag 'Home Buying Process'

Broken Windows. It seems minor, but a cracked window that you have no problem ignoring is a big deal to many appraisers. They view it as a source of heat loss and p...

You can change most anything about your home. With enough time and money, you can transform it from a neglected basket case to a show stopper. You can give it a new look and feel, inside and out. But one thing you can't change is the location.  And since location is such a vital part of home ownership (think: neighbors, taxes and traffic), choosing the right location is supremely important.

But have you considered the view? What you see outside your window every day can impact not only your mood but also how you feel about living in your home. Here in Southwest Michigan, many of us look out at orchards, fields, woods or water. With this abundance of natural beauty, we can co...

Clear your clutter by at least half. With few exceptions, we all have accumulated extra things, and over time, we become blind to them. But you can be sure the camera – and potential buyers – will notice. Take a look at your home with a critical eye, or else bring a friend over to help. In each room, pull things from the corners, the shelves and the side tables into the middl...

WAIT! You don't want to ruin this, do you? You may have been pre-approved for the loan, but that doesn't mean it's guaranteed. These common mistakes can cost you. The lender will pull your credit again shortly before closing. If you've done anything that gives them cause for concern they can raise your interest rate or worse, deny your loan.  Here are some things your lender and your real estate agent should warn you about.

DON'T:

1. CHANGE JOBS....