One of the many wonderful facets of living in Greater Lafayette is the ability to get to SO MANY fun towns within a few hours! If you’re looking for an idea for a fall break road trip, I have just the thing! (This was not a kid-friendly trip, by the way, though it can be!) […]
STAR POWER—What a Throwback!
Hop in your “way back” machine and let me take you to 1988. Ronald Reagan was president, a gallon of milk cost $2.19, and mortgage interest rates hovered around 10.34%. Real estate agent mentor Howard Brinton was a motivational speaker who had the idea to interview top-producing real estate agents from across North America. Then, […]
What You Should Know About Renting vs. Buying
Owning a home is the American dream, but it doesn’t always make sense for everyone. Here are some things to consider when deciding whether to rent or buy. These can be complicated things to consider, so if you’re just not sure what’s right for you in this market, please feel free to reach out so […]
To Inspect or Not to Inspect, That is the Question…
For what seems like forever, buying a home and getting an inspection went hand-in-hand. But, with crazy market conditions and buyers nearly desperate for housing, some buyers are choosing alternatives to a traditional home inspection. Buyer Options for a Home Inspection In Indiana, when you buy a home, you have three inspection options on the […]
Thou Shalt Not—What Buyers Shouldn’t Do After Applying for a Mortgage
Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are many important things to keep in mind. While many people start thinking about moving in and decorating, large purchases can kill the deal. Here are the 10 Commandments of Buying a Home once you’ve applied for a home loan. One: Thou shalt not […]