Are you trying to decide whether you should buy a new home, or sell your existing one first? Answering the question can feel like picking between two vials of poison! Well, maybe it’s not quite that dramatic, but when it… Read more ›
Beat the Heat — and Your Air Conditioning Bill — This Summer! Did you know that, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Americans spend about $11 billion each year on air conditioning? That might not be such a surprise if… Read more ›
In today’s competitive real estate market, you may be worried about listing your home. You may be thinking; if it sells quickly, you won’t have enough time to find and buy the perfect next home. At 1st Priority, we strive… Read more ›
There are lots of different factors that come into play when deciding how to care for aging parents, from sibling disagreements to objections from your parents. However, if you’ve made it through these conversations and have decided that your parent(s)… Read more ›
So you’re in the market for a new home. That’s excellent! And you’ve already read our guide to buying your first home. Now the question is… How much home can you afford? You might be surprised to know that owning… Read more ›
Buying a home can be challenging as you navigate through the various aspects of the closing process. From choosing an agent to choosing a mortgage, title, escrow, and insurance company, the process can truly seem daunting and endless. The best… Read more ›
In today’s competitive real estate market, you may be worried about listing your home. You may be thinking; if it sells quickly, you won’t have enough time to find and buy the next home that’s right for you. At Howard… Read more ›
It’s challenging to be a teen today. From cyberbullying to college admissions pressures, there are more issues facing today’s teens than ever before. Throw a move into the mix, and you have a potentially unhappy kid on top of the… Read more ›
Everyone wants to get a great deal. When shoes are on sale or there’s a BOGO offer at the grocery store, you may be more likely to indulge. But many people don’t often think about getting a “great deal” on… Read more ›
Searching for your dream home can feel overwhelming, especially when adding children to the mix. As parents, we want the best for our children, including the best possible home to raise them in. However, house shopping with small children can… Read more ›
Congrats, new homeowner! Now that you’ve made it through the house hunting process and you’ve signed on the dotted line, it’s time to organize the next phase of buying a home: Moving! Organizing a move comes with a lot of… Read more ›
When the real estate market is hot, it’s not always enough to be the first offer in the door. Sometimes, a home seller will have multiple offers to contend with. When that’s the case, it can mean war – or at least,… Read more ›
