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5 Questions Every Home Investor Should Ask

1.    Should I flip the property or rent it long-term?   House flipping has become increasingly popular over the past few years. There are a number of reality shows that may contribute to this popularity. However, there are also still a lot of great Real Estate deals in the current market. If you choose to […]

How to use Equity to your Advantage

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 […]

Most Frequently Asked Home Buyer Questions

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. […]

Pitfalls of Selling your own Home

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 […]

Tips to Save on a New Construction Home

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 […]

Why You Should Consider an Ugly Fixer-Upper

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 […]