5 Things to Check on Your Home After a Rainy Summer
IIf you’re wondering what this year’s rain actually means for your St. Joseph, MO home, here’s the short answer: check for wood rot, look at your brick and foundation for tuckpointing needs, recheck your grading and downspouts, test your sump pump, and look over your driveway for new cracks. After a spring that brought lots […]
Wet Basement Causes in St. Joseph MO Homes (And When to Call a Pro)
If your basement has felt damp, smelled musty, or had a little water show up here and there this summer, you are not alone. Between the rainy spring and the humidity that’s followed all summer, a lot of us have gotten a crash course in how our homes handle moisture. Here’s what’s actually causing it, […]
Tips for Maintaining Your Home’s Value
Your home is one of the best investments you’ll make, and there are a few simple things you can do to keep it growing in value: Keep Up with Routine Maintenance Take care of the bones before you worry about the beauty. It’s tempting to think a new kitchen or a fresh coat of paint […]
How Not to Get Stuck with a Lazy Listing Agent
Selling your home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. So when it comes time to hire someone to represent you, the stakes are high, and not all listing agents are created equal. I’ll be honest with you: in the St. Joe area, I’ve seen some listings hit the market with blurry […]
Selling your House without a Real Estate Agent
Selling Your Home: For Sale by Owner vs. Using an Agent When it comes to selling your home, you have two main options: going the For Sale by Owner (FSBO) route or working with a real estate agent who lists your home on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). While FSBO might seem like a way […]
Your Home’s Current Value
Curious about your home’s current value? Curious about your home’s current value? Whether you’re thinking about selling, refinancing, or just want to keep tabs on your investment, knowing your home’s market value is essential. Home prices are constantly changing, and a competitive market analysis (CMA) gives you a clear picture of what your home could […]
How to Buy a Home in St. Joe
1. Financial Readiness Buying a home is exciting, but before you start scrolling through listings and picturing your dream kitchen, you’ve got to get your finances in check. First, your credit score—while a higher score can get you better interest rates, there are loan options even if your credit isn’t perfect. Next, your debt-to-income (DTI) ratio […]
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