Home Buyers

Jan. 5, 2023

Avoiding the Berks County Storage Rental Trap

Are you moving to or from Berks County and considering getting a storage unit? If you are, a good question is "why?" Are you letting logic or emotions rule your decision?

The interesting fact about the self-storage industry is that they are a $39 billion dollar industry with positive projected growth ...

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Nov. 17, 2022

Can You Sell Your Berks County Home if it's In Pre-Foreclosure?

Are you facing foreclosure on your Berks County home? Is it your intention to sell your home before the foreclosure process is completed? If you want to stop foreclosure on your house, you can actually sell it until the day your home is foreclosed.

Until the title of your home ...

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Oct. 13, 2022

What Drives the Berks County Real Estate Market?

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Sept. 22, 2022

Consider This Before Buying Furniture for Your New Berks County Home

You've found the perfect home for sale in Berks County and closed the deal. Now for the fun part - buying furniture! But hold on, don't get carried away. Doing so can lead to costly mistakes. When it comes to buying furniture for your home, there are a number ...

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Sept. 15, 2022

What First Time Berks County Home Buyers Can Do If They're Priced Out of the Market

Berks County first-time homebuyers face a major challenge when it comes to buying a home. There is still a record rise in home prices, despite a slight cooling. The median home price in the U.S. has surpassed $400,000 for the first time ever.

This trend is likely to ...

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Aug. 25, 2022

How to Figure Out How Much Mortgage You Can Afford to Buy a Home in Berks County

Owning a home in Berks County should give you safety and security, and that includes being financially secure. Before you buy a home, you should calculate how much you can afford for a mortgage and make sure it fits safely withing your budget.

Prepare a Detailed Budget

The standard rule ...

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Aug. 11, 2022

What Does Homeowner's Insurance Cover in Berks County?

Do you know what homeowner's insurance covers for your home in Berks County? There are varying coverages that depend on what company you go through. But there are some common items that are covered among most policies.

A basic homeowners insurance policy (called HO-1 in insurance lingo) covers your ...

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July 21, 2022

Maintenance Questions to Ask Before Moving Into Your New Home in Berks County

If you bought a house in Berks County with no maintenance issues at all, that would certainly be a rare occasion. Usually, most homeowners find a something that needs to be fixed in a home within the first couple of months of purchase.

And if you’ve already settled into your ...

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July 14, 2022

What You Should Know Before Buying a Home Warranty for Your Berks County Home

Home ownership in Berks County is an expensive endeavor. When you take on an already expensive mortgage, you often find yourself paying for things you never even considered before. Home owners are essentially on their own when it comes to maintenance, unlike apartment dwellers whose landlords do all the work ...

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July 7, 2022

Buying Your First Home in Berks County? An FHA Loan Can Help

Feeling like your financial situation won't allow you to purchase your first home in Berks County? If so, an FHA loan may be right for you. Many people choose FHA loans, especially first-time buyers. Why is it especially important for first-time homebuyers? A FHA loan requires a low down ...

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