Advice
Considering Condo Living
Condominiums can provide an affordable living experience with pleasant amenities and benefits. However, some people will tell you they love condo life and others wish they had chosen a house instead. If you are thinking about purchasing a condo, carefully evaluate what goes into owning one. By definition, a condominium is a shared property with…
Read MoreExpenses Beyond Your Mortgage
As the owner of a new home, you should be pleased that you have successfully negotiated all the financial requirements to close the deal and take possession of your new place. However, the down payment and mortgage are just the beginning of new financial demands. Owning a home has plenty of expenses that need careful…
Read MoreHouse to Home Series – Mike and Jessica Playlist
Welcome to our House to Home Series! We are excited about this new series! We are going to spotlight actual buyers on their journey through the process of finding their dream home! Actual homes, actual buyers, actual dreams coming true! In the episodes below, watch Mike and Jessica tour homes and pick out their first…
Read MoreWhat Retirees Need to Know about Buying a Vacation Home
Many retirees decide to purchase a vacation home as their ideal place to rest and relax. A second home can be a gathering place for friends and family, and a supplement to your retirement income via future renting potential. Plus, any mortgage interest you pay is tax deductible as long as it’s a personal residence,…
Read MoreHidden Costs of Buying a Home
You’ve saved and planned and you are finally ready to buy your first home or move up to a larger one. It’s fairly easy to figure out how large a mortgage you can fit into your budget. Your real estate agent has tables and formulas that can determine the percentage of your income that’s reasonable…
Read MoreAre Zillow’s Zestimates Accurate?
Have you ever looked at Zillow and saw a Zestimate for your house? Many people quickly view these Zestimates and believe that their home is worth that price, when the truth is different. Zestimates are a quick and dirty estimate of your home’s value based on other homes in the area, value history, and other…
Read MoreWhat is a Zillow Zestimate?
Have you ever looked at Zillow and saw a Zestimate for your house? Wondering what it is and how accurate it could be? Jay breaks it down and offers advice on getting an accurate estimate for your home.
Read MoreDefining the Relationship – Buyers Agency
Just getting started in the home buying process? Let’s define the relationship! Mark gives an overview of what the first step looks like when working with our team to find your next home. Exclusive Buyer Agency Contract – Short Form (version 1)
Read MoreIntro to Trello Tutorial
There are a lot of tools out there to help keep you organized. One of our favorites is Trello, an online project management tool. At the Mark Deering Team we use it everyday to collaborate on projects and make sure those projects are getting completed. Mark walks you through the basics of using this tool…
Read MoreCounteroffer Tips for Sellers
You’re selling your home at a price decided upon with the help of your real estate agent. Together you have researched the market and prepared to list your home at a price you believe to be viable and suited to the condition of the property. A potential buyer makes an offer, but it’s lower than…
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