Five Ways Not to Use Your HELOC
Homeownership comes with the benefit of the chance to build equity. You can tap into this equity through a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) loan, a versatile financial tool. This form of revolving credit...
Questions to Ask if You Are Considering Buying a Home This Year
If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention than normal to the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent,...
2023 Real Estate Market Review – St. Louis
St. Louis City Real Estate 2023 Welcome to our 2023 year-end real estate market review across three key counties – St. Louis City, St. Louis County, and St. Charles County. As we close the chapter...
Saving for a Home in 2024
If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to make sure...
Explaining Jumbo Loan Limits
A jumbo loan might sound like something for millionaires, but it may be your best choice to finance even a modest home in some housing markets. What is a Jumbo Loan? A jumbo home loan,...
Understanding the Realtor Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice
In this ever-evolving real estate landscape, the significance of a strict ethical code has never been more pronounced. As the housing market continues to transform, trust and integrity are the cornerstones of successful transactions. This...
Best Times of the Year to Buy Things for Your Home
Whether you’re a new homeowner looking to outfit your space or someone who has been in their home for a while and is ready for upgrades, knowing the optimal times to buy things for your...
Pros and Cons of Buying a Fixer-Upper
Buying a house is a significant investment, and the idea of getting a fixer-upper might seem like a lucrative opportunity. However, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons to determine if it’s the right...
Rightsizing in St. Louis – Active Retirees
Rightsizing to the Midwest Keith and Katie, a vibrant couple with a history of successful careers and a love for outdoor activities and adventure, found themselves at a new crossroads in life. They were returning...
Empty Nester Housing – A Changing Landscape
The changing landscape of empty nester housing is a fascinating transformation in today’s dynamic real estate market. Traditionally, empty nesters were expected to downsize, opting for smaller homes as they approached retirement. However, shifting lifestyles,...
Don’t Buy A Home Until You Do These 3 Things
Yes, our team is in the business of helping people buy and sell homes. But please, don’t even think about buying a home without doing these three things: 1 – WORK WITH AN AGENT YOU...
Demystifying Capital Gains
Capital gains, the profits earned from the appreciation in value of a residential property, constitute a crucial aspect of investing in real estate. This blog post aims to demystify the concept in residential real estate,...