I am constantly getting emails from people looking for rent to own homes. There is a reason I avoid these types of deals!

No matter how badly you want to own a home today, this type of financing is not always the answer. Ask yourself: Why is someone willing to sell me a home in a way that does not benefit them as much as it seems to benefit me? Do you really think they are doing this out of the kindness of their heart?

Talk to Your Lender!

The first step in buying a home is talking...

In this market, it seems that many potential real estate buyers in Upstate South Carolina want to get the best possible deal and are too willing to ignore the sage advice of their REALTOR. And while it is admirable to get a good deal, submitting offers based upon what you feel instead of the comps is a good way to anger a seller.

But should a seller ignore a lowball offer? I say never ignore any offer, even if the offer is so low and so unrealistic that it angers you. Do not bite...

I have discovered that many homes buyers in Upstate SC are not reasonable when it comes to the cold hard facts. No matter what you have heard regarding the housing market, just because you want to buy a home at a really low price does not mean it will always happen. When looking to purchase a home, everyone wants a great price for the perfect home.


But honestly, if it is not realistic, I will tell you. If the recently sold comps do not support your price, I am going to tell...

"Human beings are the only creatures on earth that allow their children to come back home." Bill Cosby

As a REALTOR, I often preach about the advantages of owning your own home. Without a doubt one the great things as King or Queen of your castle is the chance to help out family members with a safe place to stay at the drop of a hat.

With the economy in the crapper, it is these troubling times that make family so important. Sure we all want the best for our offspring...

Once upon a time in the kingdom of Heaven, God was missing for six days. Eventually, Michael the archangel found him, resting on the seventh day. He inquired of God, "Where have you been?" God sighed a deep sigh of satisfaction and proudly pointed downwards through the clouds,

"Look, Michael. Look at what I've made." Archangel Michael looked puzzled and said, "What is it?"

"It's a planet," replied God, "and I've put Life...