Determine your budget: Establish a realistic budget for your beach home and stick to it.

Your first step should be to make a list of all your monthly expenses, including mortgage payments, utilities, taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs.  Determine the amount you can realistically afford to put down on a beach home.  Factor in additional [...]

It’s generally a good idea to have questions ready before you contact a real estate agent. This will help you understand the process better and make sure you are getting the best service possible. Your real estate agent should be able to answer any questions you have and provide [...]

There are few things that can compare with living by the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean.  For many, waterfront living is rewarding because of the magnificent views and atmosphere.  Is there anything more relaxing than watching the sunrise or sunset over the [...]

Before selling your home, you should consider the following steps:

• Clean and declutter your home.

Start by making a plan and setting a goal for what you want to accomplish.
Go room by room and start by decluttering. This means going through each item and deciding whether to keep it, sell it, donate it, or throw it away.
Once you've decluttered, it's time to start cleaning. Make sure to dust, vacuum, and wipe down [...]

Living at the beach? Now, that’s a dream we can all get behind! There are several factors to consider when looking for the perfect oceanside property: Will this property be used for vacations? Will we seek tenants? Can we handle the long-term costs? Before you take the leap and invest in the perfect beach home, let’s take a deeper look into [...]

You’ve found the perfect house in the perfect location, but there is a Home Owners’ Association (HOA) within the community. What does this mean for you and why is it important to understand everything that comes along with an HOA before you buy a home with [...]

Ready to sell your home? That’s great! There are many steps to take prior to listing your home such as contacting a realtor, cleaning, making fixes, and so on. To help you prepare before listing your home, follow these do’s and don’ts of [...]

Don’t let the sparkle of a property sway you into a purchase! If you look closely, you might find a bright red flag that can indicate bigger issues later on. Being meticulous in your search can pay off big time as long as you don’t get tripped up by one of these red [...]

The home buying process is sometimes overwhelming – especially for first-time buyers. That’s why finding the right agent and asking the right questions is an essential part of your home-buying journey. Vetting realtors and seeking the perfect fit in an agent is just as important as finding the perfect [...]

Summer is upon us and what better way to spend it than taking a slow, relaxing day along one of Delaware’s many premier beaches. The Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk has all you’ll need to take in the day and find some fun along the [...]