You’ve saved some money. You’ve talked with a lender. You’ve been pre-approved. You know approximately how much house you can afford. And then someone starts talking about closing costs. Wait. I need money for those TOO? If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’re definitely not the first person to be surprised by this part of the […]

You found the house. Your offer was accepted. You’re officially under contract. And then I tell you: “Now we need to schedule the home inspection.” If you’ve never bought a house before, this is usually when the questions start. What exactly does an inspector do? Do I need to be there? What happens if they […]

If you’re house hunting in Calera or anywhere around Shelby County, there’s a good chance you’ll eventually face this decision: Do I want to buy new construction or an existing home? And I wish I could give you a simple answer. I can’t. I’ve worked with buyers on both sides of this decision, and the […]

If you’re getting ready to sell your home, you may be thinking about cleaning, decluttering, touching up paint, improving the landscaping, and figuring out the right list price. But there’s something else I believe deserves just as much attention: The photos. Because here’s the reality of selling a home today: your first showing probably isn’t […]