Hockessin Delaware Real Estate

Every industry has jargon an outsider wouldn’t understand, and probably doesn’t need to know. But real estate is a field where almost every “outsider” needs a bit of insider knowledge in order to successfully buy, sell, or rent a place to live a few times in their lives.For instance, you could go...

Last year, the Federal Reserve took decisive action to combat rising inflation. In response, mortgage rates skyrocketed from the record lows seen in 2021, reaching a peak of 7% in October. This sudden surge in rates had a detrimental effect on potential buyers' purchasing power, leading many to p...

Now is an excellent opportunity to purchase a home. With interest rates dropping from the summer highs and sellers more willing to negotiate on concessions, it's the perfect time to take advantage of the market and invest in a property. Not only can you save money on your mortgage payments, but y...

Winter has begun in Northern Delaware. We don't get lots of snow storms but the ones we get can be doozies.Knowing how to deal with snow is a must if you want to protect your home this winter—and that includes understanding what snow-related mistakes to avoid.So what, exactly, are those mistakes?...

While it’s exciting to start thinking about your home purchase process, after you’ve applied for your mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. Here’s a list of things you may not realize you need to avoid after applying for your home loan.  Don't switch jobs.  Even mo...

If you’ve been thinking about selling soon, you’re probably leaning toward doing so when the spring market rolls around, since it’s often considered the best time of year to sell a house. However, you might want to reconsider what constitutes the “best” time for you to sell your house.It’s hard t...

If you’re considering purchasing a rental property, here’s the good news: they can be a great investment. But they can also be a lot of work, and some homeowners don’t have the skills or desire to put in the work necessary to both take care of their property and ensure it brings in steady income....

Selling a house isn’t something most people do on a regular basis, so it’s easy to make mistakes that can cost you time and money.While your real estate agent will be able to guide you through the entire process and help you avoid those mistakes, it helps if you come into the process and relation...

When you list your home, you want it to sell as quickly as possible. But in order for your home to sell quickly, it needs to appeal to buyers. One way to make your home more appealing to buyers is to clean it up. This will help to remove any potential distractions or negative associations that bu...

There are a few different scenarios for homeowners that are struggling to make their mortgage payments or are “underwater” on their homes (and owe more than what it’s worth)—including short sales and foreclosures.But what, exactly, are short sales and foreclosures, and what’s the difference betwe...