It seems like everywhere I go lately people are asking, “So, is the market softening?” Honestly, it’s the number one question I’m getting right now. My answer is, well, that depends. Full disclosure, I’m not an economist or mathematician, but I do have access to some interesting data, so let’s dive in! Many people are…
One of the best things about being a Realtor is that part of my job is to be connected with the Greater Lafayette community and all of its goings on. I wanted to share some of my favorite local accounts to follow (mostly Instagram accounts, but there are a few others, too)! First off, you…
When it comes to self-care, I’m not the greatest. It’s a muscle I’m learning to exercise, but I have a long way to go. (I might have serious FOMO . . . ) Honestly, sometimes I wonder if COVID wasn’t God’s way of grabbing my attention in this department. For months, we had nowhere to…
One of the many wonderful facets of living in Greater Lafayette is the ability to get to SO MANY fun towns within a few hours! If you’re looking for an idea for a fall break road trip, I have just the thing! (This was not a kid-friendly trip, by the way, though it can be!)…
Hop in your “way back” machine and let me take you to 1988. Ronald Reagan was president, a gallon of milk cost $2.19, and mortgage interest rates hovered around 10.34%. Real estate agent mentor Howard Brinton was a motivational speaker who had the idea to interview top-producing real estate agents from across North America. Then,…
Owning a home is the American dream, but it doesn’t always make sense for everyone. Here are some things to consider when deciding whether to rent or buy. These can be complicated things to consider, so if you’re just not sure what’s right for you in this market, please feel free to reach out so…
For what seems like forever, buying a home and getting an inspection went hand-in-hand. But, with crazy market conditions and buyers nearly desperate for housing, some buyers are choosing alternatives to a traditional home inspection. Buyer Options for a Home Inspection In Indiana, when you buy a home, you have three inspection options on the…
Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are many important things to keep in mind. While many people start thinking about moving in and decorating, large purchases can kill the deal. Here are the 10 Commandments of Buying a Home once you’ve applied for a home loan. One: Thou shalt not…
As our economy shifts, few topics are more talked about than the housing market. Is it going to continue on a wild streak? Is it about to crash? Something in between? Everybody wants to know what’s up. While I can’t speak for the entire country, I can tell you about something I know a bit…
I walked across a continent. I WALKED across a continent. I walked across a CONTINENT. It’s surreal to even type it: 174 miles in 13 days, from the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean. The short version: Slept in tent, cabins, lodges, and homes. Saw toucans, sloths, monkey and cutter ants. Ate rice and beans,…