Buying a home can be a long and confusing process. Before you even begin the home buying process, it is important to do your research and determine if you are ready to buy a new home. Once you determine you are in fact ready to buy, it is common for people to provide insight into their own home buying experiences. Most people will be quick to tell you all the tips and tricks for what you should be sure to do. Few can tell you the important things you want to ensure you do not do before you close on a home. That is why we compiled a list of the top ten things you should be sure to avoid before you close.

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When prospective home buyers are searching for the perfect home they often know exactly what they are looking for. So, when they find the perfect home, they might feel the need to skip a home inspection. Even though home inspections are not a necessary step in the home buying process, it is a highly recommended step for a homebuyer to take before purchasing a new home. Sellers can also benefit from a home inspection if it is completed before the house is listed.

A home inspection typically occurs as soon as a contract is formed between the seller and the buyer. It is best to undergo a thorough inspection as soon as possible so that the seller and buyer have enough time to negotiate. During a home inspection, the inspector checks the plumbing, electrical systems, heating and cooling systems, and the structure and foundation of the home. The goal of a home inspection is to determine what elements of the home need to be fixed as well as identify any potential issues that could occur in the future. There are five primary reasons a buyer should request a home inspection before purchasing a home.

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Whether it’s your first time selling or you’ve gone through the process before, selling a home is a giant task to take on. There are many steps involved in selling, one of the most important being maximizing your home’s curb appeal. Good curb appeal can make all the difference when selling a home. This is your potential buyer's first impression of your home, so it is important to make it count. Not only does curb appeal make the first impression, it is a great way to increase the value of your home as well.

Well-maintained landscaping is a great way to add value to your home and boost your curb appeal to make an impression on potential buyers. Improving your landscaping can quickly become a fairly large project, but there are some simple ways to spruce up your yard. Before you show your home, follow these tips to help improve your curb appeal before you sell.

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With the recent influx of people spending more time at home, the need for updates and changes in home design are increasing. Many people are finally finding the time to complete home improvement projects that have been put on the back burner or simply have not been noticed yet. Before you attempt to remodel your space, take a look at some of the top home design trends for 2021:

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What is Escrow?

Escrow is just one element of real estate basics that you should be familiar with as you explore buying or selling a home.

To start with a basic definition, Moving.com defines escrow as a legal arrangement in which a third party temporarily holds large sums of money or property until a particular condition has been met. With real estate, escrow can be used when you are purchasing a home, but also for the life of a mortgage.

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