Published: 11/14/2023
Selling a home quickly is a priority for many homeowners, and the option of cash home buyers has emerged as a popular solution in the real estate market. Understanding what these buyers look for in a property is crucial for a smooth and efficient selling process. In this roundup blog, we've com... (Read More)
Published: 05/10/2023
Looking for some insight on what it’s like to buy or sell homes in Chattanooga, TN? We sat down with Ken and Tara Tolbert, Chattanooga New Again Houses® franchise owners, to get their unique perspective on buying and selling homes in Chattanooga and surrounding areas. Meet our Chattanoo... (Read More)
Published: 05/08/2023
To provide you with some insight into buying and selling homes in Lexington, KY, and surrounding areas, we sat down with Jason Hoskins, the Lexington New Again Houses® franchise owner, to get his unique take. Meet our Lexington, Kentucky expert: Jason’s passion for building ... (Read More)
Published: 12/20/2022
At New Again Houses®, we transform old houses into beautiful modern homes that families can enjoy for years to come. In order to provide you with some insight into buying and selling homes in Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas, we sat down with Tom Winspear, the Owner of New Again Houses® Knoxv... (Read More)
Published: 11/21/2022
New Again Houses® transforms houses into fantastic modern homes that families can enjoy for years to come. To give you some insight on buying and selling homes in Charlottesville, Virginia and surrounding areas, we sat down with the very first New Again Houses® Franchise Owner, Eric Wi... (Read More)
Published: 07/28/2022
To be successful in real estate through all the market cycles, you need to be able to add real value to real estate deals. The more ways you can add value, the more you will succeed in differing cycles and markets. There are four major points in a remodel project where value can be added: ... (Read More)
Published: 06/10/2021
If you are getting ready to put your house on the market, you may be worried about the amount of time and money you are going to spend getting your house ready to sell. You may have to complete repairs, upgrade areas of your house, and stage it appropriately. You might also be worried about finding ... (Read More)
Published: 02/22/2021
Despite the economic hardships of 2020, the housing market boomed because of high demand, low supply, and low mortgage interest rates. If you’re looking to take out a mortgage this year, you need to know whether rates are expected to stay low or if there’s an increase on the horizon. Here’s what t... (Read More)
Published: 02/18/2021
As the pandemic took shape in the spring of 2020, the housing market was disrupted. But low-interest rates, limited supply, and high demand resulted in a quick rebound and dramatic surge toward the end of the year. Should we expect something similar or different this year as vaccines roll out and w... (Read More)
Published: 01/26/2021
If you find yourself facing foreclosure, you may be confused by the term pre-foreclosure. What’s the difference? Here’s what you need to know. What Is Pre-Foreclosure? Your bank may begin the pre-foreclosure process when you are 90 days behind on your mortgage payments. You s... (Read More)
Published: 11/19/2020
Selling your house to a cash buyer is about as close to instant gratification as you can get. You’ve probably heard the home-selling process is faster with a cash buyer. But why is it so much quicker? There are many reasons why a cash buyer can close the deal on your home faster than the tradition... (Read More)
Published: 11/04/2020
Payday loans are expensive! These short-term loans carry crazy high-interest rates and fees. Though they can help you out in an emergency, they can also start a cycle of debt that’s hard to break out of. Here are other options than a payday loan you should consider and how selling your home for ca... (Read More)
Published: 11/03/2020
No house is perfect. There will be items that come up on an inspection report when you’re selling your home that will make you scratch your head. Yet, major issues will prevent your home from passing the test. It’s these kinds of repairs and how you decide to handle them that can make or brea... (Read More)
Published: 10/21/2020
What is a cash buyer? You’ve probably heard the term on TV and seen it floating around on internet ads. But what exactly does a cash buyer have to offer that a realtor or wholesaler doesn’t when it comes to selling your home? A cash buyer gives you the chance to get rid of the headache that is th... (Read More)
Published: 09/08/2020
You’ve likely heard renting to family is a bad idea. But it may be unavoidable in certain situations. For example, let’s say you inherit a home that was already being rented by your family to other relatives. Now you’re put in an awkward position of becoming a landlord to your family member or poss... (Read More)
Published: 07/13/2020
An upside-down mortgage is a heavy burden to bear. You are probably behind on payments, don’t really care about the property, and feel like you’re drowning. Being underwater on your mortgage means you owe more than your house is worth. Though the situation may seem hopeless, you do have options. S... (Read More)
Published: 01/16/2020
Buying and selling a home today is very much different compared to how things were done a decade ago. Today, there are several tools that the average person can use to search for homes and to sell a property. There are online resources for anything and everything related to real estate. From vi... (Read More)
Published: 10/10/2019
When involved in real estate transactions it can sometimes feel like people are speaking adifferent language. Here are some definitions of key terms to help you! PMI - Private mortgage insurance is what borrowers have to pay when they take out a mortgage from a commercial lender and pay a down payme... (Read More)
Published: 05/02/2019
One of the first steps a real estate agent takes when meeting with a potential seller is figuring out your home’s value. Luckily you don’t have to be licensed to know how to come up with a value. With a computer, a little research, and some mathematical ability (basic math with a calculator), you ca... (Read More)
Published: 06/29/2018
The world is full of rent to owns and lease options. For people who can’t get a mortgage, these appear to be a way to move beyond renting and own a home. The problem is the traditional rent to own works better for buying furniture than buying houses. The Problem with Traditional Rent to Own Programs... (Read More)