Clean Dryer Vents for a Safe Home

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When is the last time you cleaned out your clothes dryer ventilation? If you can't remember, or if you recently bought a home, then you should probably take time to do it tonight! You might be surprised at just how much lint you find in there. Even though dryers have filters for catching lint, … [Read more...]

Should I Close at the Beginning or End of the Month?

Should I Close at the Beginning or End of the Month?

Don’t feel embarrassed if you’re baffled by this question—it’s actually a pretty common one. If you’re a buyer who’s not terribly time-constrained, you may want to think a little more strategically about when you schedule your closing because believe it or not, the day of the month … [Read more...]

Where Does All that Steam Go?

Property ventilated bathrooms are crucial!

There's nothing more relaxing than a nice hot shower after a long day. But you'll be far from relaxed if all that steam you just created causes damage to your roof! Bathrooms must have exhaust fans to remove excess moisture and prevent mold from forming. Ideally, you want the damp air to be vented … [Read more...]

Importance of a Pre-Approval

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Another topic that so many home buyers get confused with is the mortgage.  Often times, "we" (the real estate community) are guilty of throwing around some of "our language” when it comes to mortgages, particularly with Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approvals.  So, what is the difference, and which … [Read more...]

Lexington KY Real Estate: Should I buy a foreclosure??

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Should I buy a foreclosure?? Just about every client that I meet with now days ask me the question, should I consider buying a foreclosure?  Without question, there are some great stories about people getting wonderful deals on foreclosures, but there are just as many stories of people ending up … [Read more...]

What type of Mortgage Loan should you get?

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  What type of loan should I get?   One of the causes for the housing crisis, in my opinion, is that most home buyers did not understand the differences in the types of mortgages. There are really two main types of mortgages; a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate … [Read more...]