Author Archives: Jami Sams

It seems like a tricky time to get into real estate. On one hand, the Federal Reserve expects to raise interest rates multiple times this year. Higher rates imply bigger mortgage payments — and that could hurt the real estate market. On the other hand, consumer prices are rising at their fastest pace in 40 years. People […]

  As the snow melts into spring showers, it’s time to refresh your home. This comprehensive spring cleaning checklist offers an opportunity to get the whole family involved in tidying up. Running short on time? Try tackling one room per week. Entryway   Sweep floors Mop floors Wipe walls Wipe baseboards Clean door Clean doormat […]

When looking at mortgage rates, it’s common to compare 30-year loans. However, you don’t have to lock yourself into a three-decade contract when buying a home or refinancing your existing loan; you can cut that time in half with a 15-year mortgage. What is a 15-year mortgage? A 15-year mortgage is a home loan paid back in monthly […]

Sun Belt cities — the region in the U.S. that stretches across the nation’s southern tier — topped the list of moving destinations in 2021 and will likely remain the top 10 places with the most competitive housing markets in 2022, according to Zillow researchers. Movers flocked to more affordable, medium-sized metros across the Sun […]

With the housing market on the rise, renting out basements or creating Airbnbs is continuing to gain popularity. With an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) you can achieve these goals, all you need is extra space on your property! An ADU can be used as an Airbnb, rental, home office, etc. The sky’s the limit. Questions […]

As the year comes to an end, now is a fantastic time to get ready for a brand new one. So, we’ve come up with 7 activities to help you start 2021 on the right foot. Let’s take a look. Out with the Old, in with the New During the holiday season, there’s a very […]