Among all of the big decisions you’ll make regarding buying a home, you cannot understate the importance of choosing who will help you throughout your homebuying journey. Knowing the right questions to ask a Realtor can help you find the right expert for your situation. A real estate professional who understands your needs, including the […]
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How to Increase Home Value With Easy Home Renovations
If selling your home is on the horizon, it is possible that you are looking for easy home renovations that will increase your property’s value. Any improvement to your home will make it more desirable for buyers. However, it can be tough to know what renovations will give you the most value for your money […]
Your Homebuying Process Checklist
If buying a home is on the horizon, it’s time to start educating yourself about the homebuying process and timeline. Fortunately, there are numerous resources available to help guide service members and Veterans through the process of purchasing a property. Knowing the steps of the homebuying process will help you proceed with confidence and minimize […]
Should I Rent or Buy a House? 6 Questions to Ask Before
To rent or to buy a house?—That is the question! Due to the frequent moving requirements for most military members, the decision to become a homeowner requires great consideration of finances and other logistics. Homeownership is a great opportunity to invest your money rather than continuing to pay for something you’ll never own. With the […]
How to Do a Comparative Market Analysis for Military Housing
If your home for sale is near a military base, it is likely that you’ve wondered how to market your home to the military community. While it’s always a good idea to consult a real estate agent for an accurate comparative market analysis (CMA), it is possible to do your own initial CMA. Every year […]
Helpful Tips to Prepare Your Home For Sale
Before you put your house on the market, there are several important things you can do to make all the difference in selling your house more quickly — and for a better price. Knowing how to prepare your home for sale before you get started will not only save you time, but it is sure […]
VA Loans and Non-Arm’s Length Real Estate Transactions
We enjoy working with people we know. Family, friends and professionals with whom we have an existing relationship serve as a source of comfort when it comes to financial transactions. Although you may have the best intentions, buying a home from someone you know could impact your ability to utilize your VA loan and work […]
For Sale By Owner (FSBO): The Buyers’ Pros & Cons
So you’ve decided to buy a home – and one you like is being sold by the owner. There are perks to buying a For Sale By Owner (FSBO) home, but there can also be pitfalls. Manage the risks by educating yourself and identifying the right professionals to get involved. AHRN.com is here to help […]
Understand the Home Buying Language Dictionary
If you are preparing to buy home, you have already discovered that the real estate and mortgage industries pretty much have their own language! AHRN has outlined the terms you are likely to see in your experience. To help you begin the process of buying your home with confidence reference our Dictionary. A Acceptance: Agreeing […]
How to Hire the Best Real Estate Professional
Along with PCS season, summer is a vital time for those looking to buy or sell their home. Whether your family has outgrown your current home or you are looking to buy for the first time… OR you are selling as you move to a new duty station OR transition to civilian life… The important […]