Dee Whitaker, Realtor - HomeSmart Realty Group

The Price of Perfection: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Home

In life, patience is a virtue – but in the world of homebuying, waiting too long in hopes of finding the perfect home actually isn’t wise. That’s because the pursuit of perfection comes at a cost. And in this case, that cost may be delaying your dream of homeownership.

The Price of Perfection: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Home In life, patience is a virtue – but in the world of homebuying, waiting too long in hopes of finding the perfect home actually isn't wise.

Living in the Suburbs or Country Is Cheaper Than the City, Right? Here’s a Shocking Reality Check

When Joe Karasin and his wife moved from Chicago to the tiny town of Bolivia, NC, to be closer to family, he thought he could count on one thing: that it would be cheaper than living in a big city.

Living in the Suburbs or Country Is Cheaper Than the City, Right? Here's a Shocking Reality Check Urban dwellers assume moving to the suburbs or country will offer more space and affordability, but this thinking doesn't always hold water.

More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership

With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home. That’s only natural as you think about the dollars and cents of it all. And while you ultimately need to be able to afford a home you buy, don’t lose sight of why homeownership was so important to you in the first place.

More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of buying a home.