Blog | Hannah Sosinski

Buying a home in Florida? Familiarize yourself with these common contingencies

In competitive housing markets, it can be tempting to do just about anything to get a seller to take your offer. Many times, buyers will add contingencies in the contract to entice sellers. However, it’s important to understand how contingencies work and how they affect your rights as a buyer ...

What to Look for When Watching a Walk-Through Video

When you’re shopping for a new home, you want to get the most out of watching this type of video, especially if you’re relying on it to help you decide whether or not to make a viewing appointment.Consider these suggestions:• Remember, it’s a video. Take advantage of the ability to ...

Pros and Cons of Balloon Mortgages

Image by Jojje from Shutterstock Many people own homes through a mortgage agreement. Traditional mortgages are primarily fully amortized or gradually paid off with regular payments over the lifetime of the loan. Each payment contributes to both the principal and the interest. A balloon mortgage is a short-term home loan with fixed-rate ...

Three Sources of Home Decor Inspiration for Sprucing Up Your Home

Whether you’ve just bought a home or you’re hoping to spruce up your current house, redecorating can be a great way to make a home feel new and exciting. However, when it comes to the actual decorating and design, many homeowners are at a loss. Sure, you could hire an interior ...