May 2016

The real estate industry has no shortage of industrious entrepreneurs who have made their fortunes by buying not-so-great properties and transforming them into more appealing investments for future buyers. This practice, often called “house-flipping” when used in the residential sense, is more than just a technique, it is the primary goal of any homeowner or investor – to ensure that the...

The home buying process is typically portrayed in advertisements toward families and couples. These days, approximately 40 percent of first-time home purchasers are actually married. That means that a large percentage of home buyers are deciding to go solo. The process of buying a property on your own may be simple, but there are a few differences you may want to note. Decide on a Location You...

Buying a house is an extremely time-consuming and stressful process. Most people don’t realize how much work is involved, and it’s a lot more than just saying you want it, like you see on TV. Buying a home requires showings, banks, inspections, banks, research, banks…it goes on and on and on. If you truly want to understand the home-buying process, it’s always best to start at the beginning....

Moving can be incredibly stressful, expensive and time-consuming process. You have to execute a delicate balance between moving out of your old flat or house, ensuring it’s cleaned up, and moving into your new flat or house. If your lease is running out or you are selling your apartment, it’s likely that you will need to be out by a certain date. But what do you do if your new place is not...

More than 678,000 British expats currently live in the US, where many of them have moved to pursue more interesting career opportunities. Whether you’re considering relocating yourself, planning ahead or in the midst of it, follow our top tips below to make it OK across the pond. See you on the other side! Get packing Unless you’re a proud minimalist, you won’t escape the true...

Owning a piece of luxury property can be an exciting experience, but it is important that you know what to expect when it comes time to sell this property. You need to be prepared for selling to the luxury market and this may require making some changes or updates so that your home is ready to be purchased by an ideal buyer. Selling your home is not always easy but it doesn't always have to be as difficult...

Congratulations on making the huge decision to move to the gorgeous city of Dallas, Texas. This will undoubtedly be a great lifestyle change and an exciting time for you and your family. By now, you have probably gone to Google and searched for something like apartment locator Dallas, or places to rent in Dallas. Since there are a ton of amazing rental opportunities in the city, you probably have a few...

Buying a property in a foreign country can be a fun and exciting experience, especially if all goes well. On the other hand, if you fail to do your research you might find yourself facing unforeseen problems that taint the glory of the move. Doing your due diligence in preparation for the purchase is an imperative step that should be taken to avoid disappointments and ensure that you're getting a fair deal...

Selling the home you live in is no easy endeavor, but if you’ve been living there any number of years, getting it ready for sale may seem like an insurmountable task. Bear in mind that the nicer you can get your house looking, the easier and quicker it will sell. Just make sure not to over improve it! One of the main concerns both sellers and buyers have is the flooring in the home. This is...

Selling a home is not always easy unless you are lucky enough to be living in an area where buyers outnumber sellers 10:1. In most cases, it takes on average around three months to get an offer on a property, and during that time, you will have to deal with an endless procession of interested buyers. Creating the right impression during this crucial selling period is very important. If you get it wrong,...