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Applying for a mortgage?

Here are the DOs and DON’Ts you need to know! Ready to start your home search? Reach out for a referral to a mortgage professional to get your pre-approval. (480) 415-8219 cgshumway@gmail.com #realestate #realestateagent #homebuyertips #mortgagetips #firsttimebuyertips #imhome #imhomeaz Click Me

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House Hacking

— which refers to buying a home to live in, while renting out part of the property — is helping many budget-conscious buyers. Here are a few of the benefits. Visit our blog to learn more about house hacking and other real estate investment strategies. #realestate #realestateagent #realestateinvestment #incomeproperty #househacking Click Me

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Only real estate agents can add properties to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS)

— and there are major benefits to having your home listed. ✅ Visibility to buyer’s agents. Since the MLS includes more detailed and up-to-date information than online aggregators like Zillow, real estate agents use it to find potential homes for their clients. ✅ More qualified potential buyers. Because the MLS is used by buyer’s agents,

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East Valley’s Pumpkin Patches

Discover fall magic in Mesa, Gilbert, Tempe, Chandler, and Apache Junction! As your local real estate agent, I love sharing the seasonal charm of these family-friendly spots in the East Valley. From pumpkin picking to corn mazes, there’s something for everyone. #EastValleyPumpkins #CommunityFun #RealEstateAgent #Imhomeaz #Imhome Click Me

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Income Properties Are Trending, But Is Landlord Life for You?

If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Americans’ favorite ways to grow their wealth. In fact, over 70% of single-family rental properties are currently owned by individual investors rather than corporations, according to Census

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Top 7 Tips To Attract the Best Offers for Your Home

Not long ago, home sellers were in their heyday, as historically-low mortgage rates triggered a real estate buying frenzy. However, the Federal Reserve shut down the party when it began raising interest rates last year. Now, it’s not as simple to sell a home. While pandemic-era homebuyers were racing the clock—trying to lock in a

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7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)

To avoid buyer’s remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home. Most new homebuyers don’t regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a survey by LendingTree, 80% of recent buyers who successfully overcame a challenging housing market say they’re glad they found their current homes.1 But that doesn’t mean newly-minted

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