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When my youngest child moved out, I was left living in a large home by myself. Weekend visits from the grandchildren only filled the space part of the time. The home became more of a burden as each day passed. It was not until I was working with my real estate agent to sell my home and find a smaller home did I realize that there were so many others in the same position. I created this blog to help other empty nesters explore their options for downsizing and to provide guidance on finding a new home that fits in more with their lifestyle.

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3 Keys To Finding The Most Affordable New Home

2 November 2020
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

With so many high-end real estate properties taking the spotlight, it is easy to get the impression that only people with a lot of money can afford to own their own home. However, you can have a standard income level and still have the opportunity to buy a home that will have mortgage payments within the range of what you pay for rent. The key is knowing how to track down those more affordable home listings.
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One Story And Two Story Townhomes — How To Decide

15 October 2020
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

A townhome is a great solution for many people looking for an affordable and manageable home to buy. But one of the first decisions you must make while townhome shopping is whether to choose a one-story home or a two-story style. How can you find the right choice? Here are five key factors.  1. Stairs Of course, the biggest factor that separates two-story houses and one-story homes is the stairs. Not all homeowners can or should have internal stairs that require climbing and descending all day long.
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Everything You Need To Know Before Buying Recreational Land

29 September 2020
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

If you enjoy the outdoors, there are over 85 million acres in the National Parks System for you to enjoy. If you don't want to share all that space with the over 300 million people that visit each year and want to purchase your own recreational property for hunting or riding purposes, there are a few things you need to know.   What is recreational land? Recreational land is a large parcel of land, usually several acres, that is used for recreational purposes only.
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Building A New Home? 3 Tips For Getting Everything You Need

14 August 2020
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

Breaking ground on a brand new home is an exciting venture that not everyone has the chance to enjoy. However, some people find themselves overwhelmed with the possibilities of building early on. In new constructions, homeowners will be asked to select everything from the color of the carpet to the type of kitchen appliances. Here are three helpful tips for getting everything you need while building so you don't end up with builder's remorse.
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Why You Might Want To Consider The Purchase Of A Golf Front Home

10 February 2020
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

If you are looking for a new house to buy and call your own, you might want to take a little time to look over any of the golf front homes that are for sale in areas that interest you. You might not have thought about homes in such a location, so you might not be aware of the many benefits that can come from purchasing and living in one of the homes that sit right along a golf course.
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Home Buying Tips for Empty Nesters

When my youngest child moved out, I was left living in a large home by myself. Weekend visits from the grandchildren only filled the space part of the time. The home became more of a burden as each day passed. It was not until I was working with my real estate agent to sell my home and find a smaller home did I realize that there were so many others in the same position. I created this blog to help other empty nesters explore their options for downsizing and to provide guidance on finding a new home that fits in more with their lifestyle.

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