Home Sellers: How Long Do You Have to Respond to an Offer?

Seller Buyer April 26, 2022 In theory, there's no rule about how quickly a seller has to respond to purchase offers. You can take as long as you want before responding since there is no official time frame. However, the industry standard is to get back to interested buyers within 24 to 72 hours. Thi

Here's How to Deal with Things Sellers Leave Behind in Your New Home

Buyer New Homeowner May 06, 2022 Once you've closed the deal and got the keys to your new home, the next exciting part is bringing your belongings with you so you can finally settle in. But rather than finding your new place in a spic and span state and enjoying the fresh start, you stumble across i

Finding The One: 4 Ways House-Hunting is Like Dating

Buyer May 17, 2022 It's love at first sight. The one that made your heart skip a beat. Maybe it was the charmer, the one needing a little bit of work, or even the one that got away.  No, we are not talking about a love match. We are talking about the house hunting journey. Finding your perfect dream

What Does it Mean to Be “House Poor” and How to Avoid it?

Buyer May 24, 2022 If you're a first-time buyer who's only just started your house-hunting journey, you might have heard the expression, house poor. Many of us are familiar with the term and understand it carries negative connotations, yet we do not know what it means.  Read more to find out what it