Posts with tag 'home buying'
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6 Transition Tips to Prep Kids for a Move Before the New School Year
Moving to a new home isn't always the most stress-free experience for children. Kids can get used to their routines at home, as well as their neighborhood parks, friends, and school.
Even if you plan to move during the summer to make things easier for school zone changes and temporary disruption to routines, it can take some time for kids to warm up to and get excited for the move.
If you want to find ways to keep the transition smooth, there are some best practices to prepare for the move that will make it all the easier on the children. Here are 6 helpful tips to prep kids for a move and a new school.
Explore the Area Before the Move...
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Home Goals 2023: How to Achieve Them
Forget everything you've heard about buying a home in the last two years. The housing market in 2023 is going to be an entirely different affair. Some experts are predicting a more balanced market. But that won't necessarily make homeownership more affordable as interest rates are on the rise.
So, what's a savvy first-time buyer to do? Here are some tips from our real estate agents that will help you bring your homeownership goals to fruition.
- Add to Your Down Payment
Generally speaking, a larger down payment means a lowe...
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Holiday Move: 5 Tips to Make Moving Less Stressful
Moving is stressful in its own right, but when you add holidays to the mix, your anxiety can skyrocket. Unfortunately, sometimes you have no choice. While we may not be able to resolve all of your moving issues, our real estate agents have a few tips to make the process a little easier.
- Create an Organized Plan
The key to minimizing stress is to eliminate surprises. Research and plan carefully to prepare yourself for all contingencies, but remember to be flexible. In an undertaking as complex as a move, some things probably won't go as planned. Don't let that derail your efforts. Dete...
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5 Things a First Home Should Provide
The thought of buying your first home is exciting. However, before picking out curtains and decorations, you must consider whether it's the right investment for your future. Our real estate agents suggest you consider the five following considerations before your heart settles on any first home.
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Cost of Ownership
Is the home affordable? This is the first and most important question any homebuyer should ask about Ber...
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Ask a Potential Home Inspector These Key Questions
Our real estate agents know it's easy to get excited about North Conway homes for sale. As a prospective buyer, however, you should always be careful to take the right steps to protect your interests. One of the most important of these is to hire a home inspector before you go forward on a transaction.
What Is a Home Inspection and Why Do You Need One?
A home...