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Thanks to Melanie Nelson of Disaster Prepared, for today’s guest post! (Image by Drazen Zigic on Freepik) Navigating the financial aspects of pursuing higher education as an adult often seems daunting. However, an innovative and less trodden path exists that intertwines real estate savvy with educational aspirations. This article uncovers how house “flipping,” an often-overlooked venture, can be a viable solution to fund one’s college journey. By embracing this approach, adults can not only cover

The True Value of Homeownership

Posted by Subhajit Sil on  June 1, 2023
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Buying and owning your home can make a big difference in your life by bringing you joy and a sense of belonging. And with June being National Homeownership Month, it’s the perfect time to think about all the benefits homeownership provides.  Of course, there are financial reasons to buy a house, but it’s important to consider the non-financial benefits that make a home more than just where you live. Here are three ways owning your

Keys to Success for First-Time Homebuyers

Posted by Subhajit Sil on  May 31, 2023
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Buying your first home is an exciting decision and a major milestone that has the power to change your life for the better. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a vision you can bring to life, but, as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shares, you’ll have to overcome some factors that have made it more challenging in recent years: “Since 2011, the share of first-time home buyers has been under the historical norm of 40%

Today’s Real Estate Market: The ‘Unicorns’ Have Galloped Off

Posted by Subhajit Sil on  May 30, 2023
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Comparing real estate metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a normal housing market. That’s due to possible variability in the market making the comparison less meaningful or accurate. Unpredictable events can have a significant impact on the circumstances and outcomes being compared.  Comparing this year’s numbers to the two ‘unicorn’ years we just experienced is almost worthless. By ‘unicorn,’ this is the less common definition of the word: “Something that is

Moving Now Can Give Your House Its Day in the Sun [INFOGRAPHIC]

Posted by Subhajit Sil on  May 26, 2023
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Some Highlights If you want to sell your house, consider doing it this summer. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and it’s a great time for sellers. If your needs have changed, now’s the time to capitalize on the low inventory and multiple offers in today’s sellers’ market. Connect with a local real estate agent today if you’re ready to sell your house and move to a home that meets your changing needs.