Should I Feel Guilty for Not Letting My Close Friend Sell My Property Despite Knowing They Couldn’t Commit to It?
I’m in a difficult situation. My very close friend is a real estate agent and I had to make a decision to list and show …
FAQs
Can’t Let Go of Seattle? How to Move On and Make the Most of South Dakota?
I made a major mistake and regret leaving Seattle for South Dakota. I miss the mild climate, the beauty of the area, the entertaining options, …
Should I Sell My House to My Neighbor?
I’m about to sell my small house and it’s a completely new experience for me. I’m not sure what my options are and what I …
Are Flipper Houses Becoming Too Expensive For Buyers to Safely Invest In?
As the housing market heated up in recent years, many of my in-laws were eager to move back to the area and put a bid …
Is Taking on a Mortgage in the Current Economy Really Worth the Risk?
I’m reading through some posts from potential homebuyers and it’s understandable why they feel stressed. It would take up 50-60% of take-home pay to cover …
Why Don’t Banks Proportionally Divide Mortgage Payments for Equal Principal and Interest Payments?
When considering a mortgage, one of the most important factors to understand is the amortization schedule. This is the schedule of principal and interest payments …
Are You Renting a High-Cost Home for Less Than a Mortgage? Saving and Saving Until You’re Flush With Cash?
As someone who rents a four-bedroom single family home in a high cost of living area, I get why renting is becoming a trend among …
Is the Home-Buying Market in 2021 Unfair to First Time Buyers?
Buying a home for the first time has become an incredibly daunting and demoralizing experience for many. With houses being priced at 240k in 2021, …
Are Home Sales on the Rise After Nearly A Year of Decline?
It’s no wonder that the number of homes for sale is dwindling. According to the National Association of Realtors, home sales surged 14.5% in February …
What Do We Do When the Seller Backs Out at the Last-Minute – Even After Signing Closing Documents?
My partner and I recently went through the home buying process and it was a roller coaster ride. We put an offer in and it …