Shenita Perritt's Blog Posts

Shenita Perritt's Blog Posts

Can I get a mortgage if I’m self-employed?
Yes, you can get a mortgage if you’re self-employed! If you’re self-employed and want to buy a home, it helps to plan in advance. Below are a few tips to get you starte...

Pricing Your Home to Sell in 2023
Price your home too high and buyers will pass your home up without ever stepping through the door. Price it too low and you could lose thousands of dollars. The right price gets yo...

How Long Does It Take to Close on a Home?
The journey of buying a home can be a thrilling, yet sometimes complex process. One of the most critical stages is the closing, which marks the official transfer of ownership from ...

Investing in Rental Properties: The Pros & Cons You Need to Know!
Hey there, fellow money-makers and future landlords! Welcome to another fun, chatty, and enlightening blog post. Today, we’re diving deep into the rollercoaster world of inve...

4 ITEMS TO LOOK FOR ON A PRE-APPROVAL LETTER
Shopping for a home may be exciting and fun, but serious homebuyers need to start the process in a lender’s office, not at an open house.Most sellers expect buyers to have a ...

6 Tips Every Home Buyer Should Know in 2022
No New Credit Cards OR Auto LoansDon’t Buy Furniture Until the Loan ClosesDo Not Deposit Cash into your bank account throughout the transaction! Only payroll related items.No...

CONSIDER THIS: WHEN TO REFINANCE
Refinancing your mortgage is something most homeowners consider at least once throughout the lifespan of their home loan. It allows you to pay off your previous loan by applying fo...

EASY LANDSCAPING DIY PROJECTS
Ever get the itch to do a DIY project? Whenever we do, our favorites involve getting outdoors and mixing up our landscaping features.Whether it's as simple as installing some light...

CREATE THE HOME OFFICE OF YOUR DREAMS
Whether you work full-time at home or occasionally need to conduct business in the evenings or on the weekends, a home office a great way to utilize an extra room. A dedicated work...

The Good News about PMI
Here’s the good news. PMI doesn’t last forever.You only have to pay the premiums until you owe less than 80% of the home’s value. This can happen in a couple...

Can a Seller Back Out after a Low Home Appraisal?
Low appraisals have become the norm for the inflated real estate industry lately and for good reason. Bidding wars have caused home prices to inflate significantly, but the prices ...

FEES TO BE AWARE OF WHEN PURCHASING A HOME
Purchasing a home is arguably one of the biggest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. As you start your hunt, don't forget there will be other costs associated with ...

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOME WARRANTY & HOME INSURANCE
When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to understand is how to best protect y...

HOW TO GET READY FOR RETIREMENT
For most people, retirement feels like a long way off. But, if you don’t start preparing as early as possible, you may find yourself in a place of financial insecurity when t...

GREAT WINE-STORAGE IDEAS
TIPS FOR STORING WINE AT HOMEIf you are a big wine connoisseur or just saving a few bottles to crack open on special occasions, it’s important to understand how best to store...

WHAT TO DO WITH AN UNFINISHED BASEMENT
Although currently dimly lit and a little rough on the eyes, your unfinished basement still has a lot of potentials. With just a little love and the help of the following ideas, yo...

Home Buyer's Guide to Home Inspections
A home inspection is a vital step in the home-buying process. Get to know the process with this quick guide for buyers The goal of the inspection is to have a professiona...

First Steps for Home Buyers
For many people, the first step in buying a home is finding a real estate agent. While this is an important step, it’s actually just as important to initially meet with a len...

Home Seller Tip #1: Poor Exterior Paint Quality
Your home is more than the setting for life’s important moments; it’s a significant asset where you grow your wealth through equity over time. But what if a home&r...

Does Curb Appeal Really Make a Difference
Curb appeal can make or break a sale….. ✅ TRUE or  ☑️ FALSE?First impressions really are important, even in real estate. When homebuyers pull ...

Home Buyer Vocab: Hiring a Buyer's Agent & Why You'd Benefit
A buyer’s agent is someone who acts on behalf of and represents a buyer in a real estate transaction. If you plan to buy a house, it may be wise for you to contact a real est...

Selecting Kitchen Cabinets
Trends come and go, so regardless of what’s hot right now, the choice between light and dark kitchen cabinets really comes down to personal preferences.Consider this:🔸Ligh...

Home Buyer Programs
If this is your first time buying a home, there are so many resources available to help you navigate these unfamiliar waters. There are several options to fund the down payment and...

January Home Maintenance Tips
As the outdoor temperatures start to drop, it’s essential to make sure that your home is prepared and ready for the cold January weather.Here are a few maintenance tasks ...

How to Qualify for a Mortgage
If you hope to get the best mortgage rate possible, you’ll need to make sure that you are well-qualified. Below are some of the key criteria that mortgage lenders evaluate, a...