by Kathy Kohler | Jan 5, 2018 | Buyer Tips
When purchasing a home it’s “like” being an infant and it’s a matter of putting one foot in front of another to meet your goal of home ownership!! Buying a home can be one of the largest purchases that most people do in their lifetime,...
by Kathy Kohler | Dec 26, 2017 | Buyer Tips
Your credit report represents how well you manage your financial responsibilities. The good news is that your negative information drops off over time but the positive information remains. Building a strong and consistent history of responsibly using credit is the...
by Kathy Kohler | Dec 7, 2017 | Buyer Tips
So real estate wisdom tells us that spring and summer are the prime seasons for house hunting and moving. People are more likely to get out and shop when the weather is nice. It is a more pleasant time of year, and sellers know their yards look better when not covered...
by Kathy Kohler | Nov 29, 2017 | Professional Services
Buying a home will probably be the largest and most significant purchase you will make in your life. It also involves the law of real property, which is unique and raises special issues of practice, and problems not present in other transactions. A real estate lawyer...
by Kathy Kohler | Nov 29, 2017 | Buyer Tips, Financial
It’s extremely important to go into the home buying process with a realistic expectation of your budget. You don’t want to fall in love with a house, only to realize that you can’t actually afford it when it comes time to pay the down payment....
by Kathy Kohler | Oct 24, 2017 | Selling Tips
Sellers who list and buyers who buy often find the winter season the most advantageous time to make a move in real estate. Even in cold weather cities – such as Chicago – researchers found that home sellers were better off listing their homes in the winter than...