Blog | Nikki Earlee Murphy

How to Make your Home “Picture Perfect” for Viewings

Have you ever had a formal photo shoot? Perhaps you’ve had one for work or arranged one for your family. If so, chances are you dressed up and made yourself look your best. That’s the right mindset to be in when selling your home too. You want to make every room ...

How to Know When It’s Time to Sell Your Home as an Investment Property

Photo by fran hogan on Unsplash If you’re a homeowner considering selling your home as an investment property, timing is important. From a financial perspective, just as you probably bought strategically, you want to sell strategically too. The trick is knowing when the right time arrives. Here are four common metrics people use to determine when it's ...

Appraisal contingencies: What are they & are they beneficial?

Once a home seller has accepted an offer to purchase their property, the end of the home selling journey may feel close. However, the mortgage lender of the homebuyer may appraise the property for a lower amount than the purchase price. If this happens, it’s vital to examine the terms of the ...

Escrow accounts: 3 Quick basics to consider

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or an experienced homeowner who’s been both the buyer and the seller, escrow accounts are things you need to be familiar with. Here are a few brief need-to-knows and reminders about escrow accounts to help you maneuver the home transaction process: What is an escrow account? An ...