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Homeowner Associations (HOAs) can be very beneficial. They help maintain neighborhoods and keep property values high. While most HOAs have rules and regulations that make sense, there have been some outrageous HOA rules we’ve seen. Sometimes board members interpret the rules to fit their own personal preferences. Here are five examples of strange HOA rules […]

What is Equity?   Equity is the difference between the current value of your property and the amount you have left on your mortgage loan. You determine the amount of equity in your property by subtracting your current balance on your loan from the current appraised value of your property. The amount of equity increases […]

Posted by Gary Schueller 1. Why do I need to talk to a bank before starting to look for homes?   Talking to a bank will help you determine how much you can afford. If you are a first-time homebuyer, there may be programs your bank knows about that are applicable to your personal situation. […]

Posted by Gary SchuellerWhile saving on Real Estate commissions can seem appealing when trying to sell your home, listing your home For Sale by Owner, or FSBO, can end up costing you more time and money than what it’s worth. Consider the following pitfalls of selling your own home to determine if you want to […]

Posted by Gary SchuellerWhen thinking of building a new construction home, follow these five tips to ensure you get the most out of your money. Get a Real Estate Agent. A lot of people overlook this helpful tip and try to represent themselves in the building process. However, builder contracts and the building process can […]

Many home buyers are drawn to fixer-uppers. Sometimes the things that need to be fixed are minor cosmetic issues such as new paint, counter tops, floors, lighting, and landscaping. However, there are those fixer-uppers that are just plain ugly. Some have potential and others are money pits. If you can see hidden beauty in the […]