by The Friend Team | Jan 15, 2024 | Buyers, People, Sellers
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. The Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation.1 And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing...
by The Friend Team | Dec 22, 2022 | Buyers, People, Sellers
It’s getting cold again. Here are some tips: Remove any hoses attached to outdoor spigots and ensure insulators are properly installed on ALL spigots. If you have one of those plastic bell insulators and it doesn’t fit snuggly against the wall, try the flexible...
by The Friend Team | May 18, 2022 | People, Buyers, Sellers
Keep your credit utilization below 30%. While paying off your credit card balance is best, you can also try to lower it by requesting a credit limit increase from your credit card company. If your credit history is in relatively good standing, but you have a missed or...
by The Friend Team | Mar 27, 2022 | Investing, Buyers, People, Sellers
Although currently dimly lit and a little rough on the eyes, your unfinished basement still has a lot of potential. With just a little love and the help of the following ideas, you can spice it up in no time and get some great use out of the space. Add a pop of color....
by The Friend Team | Apr 29, 2021 | Sellers, Buyers, People
Why Accept the First Offer on Your Home? Here are the Reasons! Many sellers are reluctant to accept the first bid they get on their house, which is understandable. They may want to consider several offers from prospective buyers, and they may even be considering bids....
by The Friend Team | Apr 29, 2021 | Sellers, Buyers, People
In so many ways, the pandemic has reshaped the world. It has an impact on what we do, how we interact with one another, and even how we acquire houses. If you want your home to sell quickly, make sure you’re paying attention to the things that buyers care about...
