David Cade
When Buying a Home Plan for These Unexpected Costs
Coming up with a down payment to buy a home is the primary cost that buyers account for. Closing on a home purchase doesn’t end with the...
Search
David Cade
- May 25
- 2 min
Down Payments Depend on Your Mortgage Type
A question from home buyers, particularly first-timers, is: “How much do I have to put down to buy a house?” The answer is: It depends....
David Cade
- May 24
- 2 min
How to Find the Mortgage That’s Right for You
The mortgage world can be confusing, and it pays to educate yourself about the pros and cons of different types of mortgages. Fixed-rate...
David Cade
- May 10
- 2 min
Do These Things in May to Prep for a Stress-Free Summer
May is the month to set the wheels in motion to get your home ready for a carefree summer. Summer is one of the best times of the year,...
David Cade
- Nov 10, 2021
- 1 min
Home Decorating: What You Should Finish Before You Start
When it comes to home decorating, deciding where to start can sometimes feel overwhelming. Should you start with furniture shopping or...
David Cade
- Nov 5, 2021
- 1 min
Home Maintenance Myths You Should Know About
Proper home maintenance is an important part of homeownership. Being aware of the following myths about keeping up a home will help you...
David Cade
- Oct 28, 2021
- 2 min
Budgeting and Saving for a House Down Payment
Prior to buying a home, you need to assess the amount and source of your down payment funds and check in with a lender of choice to...
David Cade
- Oct 11, 2021
- 2 min
Are You Moving? Here’s Your Checklist of What to Do Before You Move
When the big moving day arrives, you will want to be as organized and pre-prepared as possible. Many tasks are best managed when your new...
David Cade
- Sep 13, 2021
- 2 min
Deciding on the Must-Haves and Nice-to-Haves to Avoid Overspending
Shopping for a home is an exciting adventure! With all the excitement, clear decision-making can become murky and lead to unexpected...
David Cade
- Sep 2, 2021
- 1 min
Instant Home Makeover with These Low to No Cost Budget Ideas
If you feel like it’s time to freshen up your home, there are some simple low to no-cost makeovers you can do. Before you add anything...
David Cade
- Aug 26, 2021
- 2 min
5 Tips when Buying a House Contingent on Selling Yours
As an existing homeowner who is ready to purchase another home, you may only be able to do so once you have sold your present home, so...
David Cade
- Aug 11, 2021
- 2 min
Simple and Inexpensive Ways to Refresh Room Decor
We are enjoying the riot of color and life that is summer in all its glory. Why not let summer be your inspiration and breathe new life...
David Cade
- Jul 21, 2021
- 2 min
Home Summer Maintenance Tips
Taking care of your home is one of the best things you can do to keep its value. Summer is the best time to detect issues that require...
David Cade
- Dec 11, 2020
- 1 min
Things EVERY First-Time Home Buyer Should Do
It’s time to prepare for the closing on the purchase of your first home. Before you are handed the keys, there will be several tasks to...
David Cade
- Dec 4, 2020
- 2 min
Reasons to Buy a Home in the Off-Season
As a home buyer, you can optimize your home buying if you move forward with your search during the off-season of where you wish to live....
David Cade
- Nov 24, 2020
- 2 min
When Buying a Home Avoid These Financial Mistakes
A home purchase is likely one of the largest financial investments you’ll make in your lifetime. It’s important to get this one right....
David Cade
- Nov 16, 2020
- 2 min
Protect Your Privacy (and Your Curb Appeal Too)
A 50-foot fence would provide plenty of privacy. A moat will keep people out of your yard. But I’m guessing you probably want something a...
David Cade
- Nov 5, 2020
- 2 min
When Purchasing A Home, Don’t Confuse ‘Pre-qualified’ With ‘Pre-approved’
In the past, you were able to arrange a mortgage loan after the seller had accepted your offer. Now, you need documentation showing that...
David Cade
- Nov 4, 2020
- 2 min
Is a Fixer-Upper the Right Investment for Me?
You’ve read the headlines: Build sweat equity. DIY special. Needs some TLC. These homes are far from turnkey, but they can offer good...
David Cade
- Oct 30, 2020
- 2 min
Relocating? What's The Cost?
Deciding to pick up and move to a new city can be a great opportunity to increase your standard of living for the entire family for years...