Expert Real Estate Tips

Manufactured Housing

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:21:35 PST

Architect Sarah Susanka described manufactured or prefab housing. Manufactured housing is built in a controlled environment by craftspeople. A manufactured home may be of higher quality than a home built on site. Play video

Is a Bigger House a Better House?

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:08:32 PST

Architect Sarah Susanka talks about whether a bigger house is a better house. Susanka says bigger is not always better - that size does not necessarily lead to more satisfaction when it comes to a home. Find out if a bigger house is a better house for you. Play video

What's My Credit Score and How Do I Raise It?

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:12:26 PST

Before you even think about buying a home, you should ask yourself two questions: "What's my credit score?" and "How do I raise it?" Knowing your credit score will help you negotiate a good interest rate on your mortgage, and if you can raise your score, you'll get a loan with a lower interest rate. Play video

What's a Town House?

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:48:22 PST

Town houses are another option when you want to buy a home. They tend to be larger than a condo or co-op but likely still have a homeowners association. Make sure you understand the terms of the sale as a home buyer. Play video

What's a Co-Op?

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:46:53 PST

Another home buying option is purchasing a co-op. Buying a co-op is actually buying shares into a corporation that owns the building. Co-op boards control who can buy a home in their buildings. Play video

What is a Condo?

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:43:36 PST

As a new home buyer you have lots of choices as to what type of home to purchase. A condominium, or an apartment that you own, is usually located in an urban center or densely populated suburb. A condo is one choice to consider when you are buying a new home. Play video

Buying a New or Used Home

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:50:37 PST

When you're in the market to buy a home you should ask yourself if you want a new or existing home. If you want to buy a new home make sure to research the developer. If you're buying an existing home you may face renovation costs. Play video

Finding a Home on the Internet

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 13:49:24 PST

More than 70 percent of Americans start their house hunt using the Internet. When you want to buy a home, the Internet can be good for researching neighborhoods and schools. The Internet lacks the personal touch of dealing with an agent, the feel of walking around a neighborhood and some of the information is outdated or inaccurate. Play video

Buying a Home with a Broker or Agent

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 13:47:37 PST

Once you have decided to buy a home, you may decide you want to work with a broker or an agent. Brokers and agents provide a variety of services to home buyers. These include education, legwork and guidance. Play video

Buying a Home as an Investment

Thu, 03 Jan 2008 13:45:52 PST

When you're buying a home as an investment you can follow some of the same steps as you would when you're buying a home to live in. You should consider the home's location and whether you can afford the purchase. It's especially important to have enough money saved for a rainy day. Play video

Location! Location! Location!

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 12:47:48 PST

When you buy a home you must always consider location. Location, location, location may be a trite saying but there's something to it. Location affects which home you buy and who buys it from you in the future. Play video

The Cycle of Life and Home Buying

Sun, 30 Dec 2007 12:45:34 PST

Buying a home is not just about bricks and mortar. Home buyers should think about where they are in the cycle of life: single, married, divorced, with kids, without. The shape of your family affects your needs as a home buyer. Play video

Building Your Lifestyle Wish List

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 15:10:35 PST

It's important to consider your lifestyle when putting together a home buying wish list. You can ask yourself a variety of questions to narrow down what's most important to you during the home buying process. Consider not only yourself but your family too. Play video

Figuring Out What You Want in a Home

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:40:24 PST

Before you buy a home you should figure out what you want. If you have been renting for a while you have some idea of what has worked for you and what hasn't. Make a wish list for what you want in a home so you can be a successful home buyer. Play video

Women in Real Estate

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:39:27 PST

If you're a single woman and debating whether to become a home buyer you're not alone. It's no longer unusual for women to buy homes by themselves. Still, it's good to be prepared for the possibility of discrimination when you are buying a home. Play video

Buying Vs. Renting

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:36:54 PST

When you are thinking about becoming a home buyer, it's always good to run the numbers. A long-term renter can easily justify buying a home when he considers the total amount that he spends in rent over many years. Buying a home is a wise financial decision when you can afford it. Play video

Reasons to Buy A Home

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:33:25 PST

If you're not sure whether to buy a home, consider some of the reasons that most home buyers give. People buy homes as investments, to save for their futures, to accomplish the American dream. Once you have saved for down payment and made the emotional commitment you're ready to buy your first home. Play video

Are You Ready to Buy a Home?

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 10:26:21 PST

Before you call a real estate agent, before you make buying your first home a goal, it's important to get educated. Home buying is both exciting and daunting. To help you evaluate whether you are ready to become a home buyer ask yourself some key questions. Play video

Brett Marlowe, Developer

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 13:40:56 PST

Brett Marlowe talks about his philosophy of building new houses and what buyers look for. Play video