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What is a mortgage? It is a legal agreement between the borrower and mortgage lender. The lender provides money to the borrower to purchase real estate and the borrower agrees…

This past week I spent a few days in Charleston, WV for our 102nd Annual West Virginia Association of REALTORS® State Convention. So, what did we do you may ask?…

It would be amazing if all you needed to prep your home for fall was to hang a wreath and light a bunch of pumpkin spice candles. While yes, those are a crucial part of…

Everyone seems to have some form of a pet these days, whether it be a dog, cat, reptile or rodent. Pet owners love their fur babies, consider them members of…

What is an appraisal and why do I need one? An appraisal is an opinion of value used for real-estate related financial transactions. Appraisals are required by a state licensed…

September is back to school time, the start of football season and the transition into fall but in the real estate world, it’s safety month. The National Association of REALTORS®…

As seen on TV! We have all experienced those products, but did you know that the “as seen on TV real estate programs” may not be real? Have you ever…

Have you ever been in a bidding war? No, I am not talking about an auction, just a regular home purchase. With so few houses for sale today and low…

Why do people live where they do? Some people have more choice than others when determining where to live. According to a national poll, the cost of housing was the…

It is hard to believe that in just a few short weeks our kids will be heading back to school. Why do our summers go by so fast? This local…