The holidays are a time for joy, togetherness, and creating special moments with loved ones. St. Louis offers something for everyone to enjoy, from festive outings to cherished traditions. Explore these must-visit spots and add a little holiday magic to your calendar this year!
The time leading up to a new home purchase can be confusing and stressful. Between saving up for a down payment and worrying about how much the closing costs will add up to, the last thing anyone wants to think about is the possibility that a new home might come with worn out appliances or a ticking time bomb of a plumbing system. One way to combat the stress of additional unexpected expenses when buying a new home is to consider a home warranty.
There are several reasons to sell a home, from having more space or downsizing to relocating for a job. If you have an existing mortgage, you may wonder how the process works or if it’s even possible. Fortunately, selling a house with a mortgage is very common, and knowing the steps can make for a smoother experience.
Selling a house with a mortgage is possible by following these steps!
Buying a house is a great investment, but it’s also a big investment – and the purchase price and closing costs are just the start. There are lots of things to buy for a house that you may not have needed when living in an apartment, but now that you have more space, a yard, and rooms you didn’t have before, those things are essential.
The home buying process can span several months and even upwards of a year, depending on market conditions and personal circumstances. Understanding the timeline for buying a house helps set realistic expectations. From securing pre-approval for a mortgage to closing on the property, this guide breaks down each step in the journey, offering estimated timeframes and insights into what to expect along the way.
Just a short drive outside St. Louis you’ll find rolling hills, farmland, and forests. In fact, more than 97% of Missouri is considered rural.
Rural living and hunting often go hand-in-hand. Whether spending weekends with friends in a duck blind or culling the deer population that’s encroaching on outlying suburbs, many Missourians hunt for recreation or out of necessity.
When it comes to unusual things you might disclose when selling a house, there are three possible responses from potential buyers. Some people won’t care; for others it will be a deal breaker; and a third group will think it’s cool. This is true for pink tile in the retro bathroom or the circa 1970s wet bar in the wood paneled basement. It’s also true for a house with a dark past or one with… dare we say it? Ghosts.
If you’re a smoker trying to sell your home, or you’re selling a home for a family member who smokes, you likely have some work to do before putting the house on the market. The strong smell of cigarette smoke gets into walls and carpet. It turns buyers off and can even lower the value of the home. In order to sell for a decent price, it pays to learn how to get rid of the smell of tobacco.
There comes a time in life when everyone has to consider their living situation: Do you continue to rent, or do you take the plunge and buy a house? Or more precisely, when should you buy a house versus rent?
Sometimes sellers need to get rid of a home quickly, and don’t have a lot of time—or a lot of money—to make it look great. It could be that they are in a time crunch to move into their next home, or they are selling a parent’s house. While big upgrades and repairs aren’t always necessary to attract buyers, a clean home is important.
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