Real estate agents in Springfield or Nixa will tell you that it can be harder to sell a home in the winter. The days are colder and shorter, leaving less time to show a home to potential buyers. The good news, though, is that most buyers looking at houses in the winter aren’t just killing …
What To Do When Your Home Doesn’t Appraise At Its Purchase Price
Experienced home sellers in Missouri know that reaching a sales agreement with a potential buyer can be just the start of the negotiation process. There are often inspection issues to resolve, among other items. One particular negotiation point which can present difficulties for both buyers and sellers is when a home’s appraised value falls short of its …
9 Tax Questions Homeowners Must Ask This Year
Prepare now – Monday April 15th is just around the corner Now is the time to start putting together records and information for your 2012 tax returns which are due April 15, 2013. Here are some tax questions homeowners need to ask: What tax benefits did homeowners get in the recent ‘fiscal cliff’ budget agreement? …
AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION
Take two and call me in the morning, or… Doing routine home maintenance is the best way to avoid those really expensive repairs that can come when things aren’t looked after. Plus, when it comes time to sell, buyers will pay more for a well-maintained home. Here’s how to stay on top of the upkeep …
Go “Green” On Your Next Mortgage
fA new home that is “Green” is not only great for the environment but can also save you money monthly. For environmentally-conscious homeowners wanting to minimize their footprint and their energy bills, there are four areas upon which to focus. In-Home Energy-Efficiency According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), as of December 2012, buildings account for 68 …
