If you recently inherited a house and you are considering selling the property, consider the potential problems below to determine what is the best option for your situation. This article outlines problems that may arise when trying to sell an inherited house as well as solutions to these problems. Be aware that there might...
READ MOREHome Repairs That Could Save You Money
Sometimes you have to spend money to save money, especially when it comes to your home. If the thought of spending money to repair that dripping shower or crack in the ceiling makes you frown, remember that a few cheap fixes today could prevent you from spending hundreds or thousands of dollars tomorrow. Install...
READ MOREFrom Outdated House to Outstanding
So you’re selling your outdated house? Where do you start? Do you list it right away without repairs, knowing you’re compromising the ability to acquire your desired sale price? Do you update everything with top-of-the-line fixtures and appliances, spending a pretty penny now, with fingers crossed that you’ll make that dough back once the...
READ MOREIs Owning Rental Property Worth It?
Like with most things in life, there is an upside and a downside to owning rental properties, and the list of both advantages and disadvantages is quite long. We’d like to take a moment to skim through some factors that may not be on your radar when considering the purchase of a rental property....
READ MOREI Inherited a House, Now What?
A death in the family makes for a difficult time no matter the circumstances. While mourning the loss of a loved one can have a huge emotional impact, it can be made even more challenging when there is inheritance involved. If you have recently lost a family member and are inheriting a house, it...
READ MOREThe Core Properties Difference
As one of the leading St. Louis-area house buyers, we receive all types of inquiries about the Core Properties difference. Luckily for us, this is one of our all-time favorite subjects. Let’s take a look at some standard questions that come our way. “How is selling my house with Core Properties different than using...
READ MOREWhy Sell your House Fast for Cash?
When is Selling your House Fast for Cash the right fit… Are you experiencing financial setbacks outside of your control? Are you listing your house below its value because the area you live in has low demand? What if you’ve found yourself upside down on your mortgage? Here’s a bit of helpful information from...
READ MOREWhat is Fannie Mae Homepath? Sell House in St. Louis for Cash
That home you’re looking at is a foreclosed house that is owned by Fannie Mae. Although the Fannie Mae HomePath mortgage program was officially discontinued on October 14thof 2014, the Fannie Mae HomePath properties are still available around the U.S., and can be seen on their website www.homepath.com. These houses are targeted towards first-time...
READ MOREHow to Downsize After Divorce in St. Louis?
A smaller home is not only easier to maintain (think cleaning, repair, the money that goes into upkeep, etc.), it’s less expensive to maintain, and less time consuming to maintain. But let’s talk numbers. Downsizing leads to a smaller home leads to less debt and less risk. Your current net income, number of dollars you have safely in...
READ MORESenior Living: A Natural Step | St. Louis Home Buyers
Moving into senior living arrangements can be a big, scary step for many people. Whether it is you or a loved one making the change, there is a lot to take into consideration. We’re here to highlight some things you might want to think about so you can make the most informed decision possible...
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