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How a Real Estate Agent Can Help You Assess Your Local Market’s Supply and Demand

Home Buying, Education, Home Selling /

Navigating Your PCS Home Search Another PCS is on the horizon, and with it comes the exciting prospect of finding your next home. For military families, understanding the local real estate market is crucial. It helps you make informed decisions, whether you are buying your first home or adding to your investment portfolio. As your […]

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5 Home Improvement Projects to Consider After a PCS Move

Education, Home Buying, Homeowner, Moving, PCS Tips /

Welcome Home, Home Improvers! You’ve done it! You’ve navigated the PCS, unpacked the last box, and are finally settling into your new home. Whether you’ve just purchased your dream house or are making a rental feel like home, you might be itching to personalize your space. As your trusted real estate professional, I know that

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What You Need To Know About Your New Neighborhood

Home Buying, Education, Moving, PCS Tips, Resources /

Welcome Home, Military Families! Congratulations on your recent PCS! Moving is always a big undertaking, and for military families, it’s a regular part of life. You’ve navigated the logistics of the move, unpacked countless boxes, and now you’re finally settling into your new home. As your trusted real estate professional, I understand the unique challenges

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Avoiding Mortgage Scams: Tips for Military Families

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The Current Landscape of Mortgage Scams As a real estate professional dedicated to serving our military community, I want to address a serious issue: mortgage scams. In 2025, unfortunately, these schemes continue to evolve, preying on the dreams of homeownership. Military families, with their unique benefits like VA loans, can be specifically targeted. Scammers often

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Is Now a Good Time to Refinance with Current Rates?

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Understanding Today’s Interest Rate Landscape As your trusted real estate professional, I often get asked about refinancing. It’s a significant financial decision, and understanding the current interest rate environment is the first step. Right now, in mid-May 2025, we’re seeing a moderately stable interest rate market for both VA and conventional loans. Conventional mortgage rates

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A Military Family’s Guide to the Housing Market When Demand Outpaces Supply

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Understanding a High-Demand, Low-Supply Housing Market As a real estate professional deeply committed to serving our military families, I understand the unique challenges you face, especially when relocating. One of the most significant hurdles in today’s market is navigating areas where there are more buyers than available homes. This situation, known as high demand and

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How to Navigate the VA Home Appraisal Process

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Understanding VA Loans: A Foundation for Homeownership As a real estate professional deeply familiar with the unique needs of our military community, I often guide clients through the rewarding journey of using a VA home loan. These loans, backed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, offer significant advantages to eligible service members, veterans, and surviving

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Understanding 2025’s New Real Estate Rules for Buyers and Sellers

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Moving is a constant in military life. Whether you’re PCSing to a new duty station or transitioning to civilian life, buying or selling a home is often part of the process. Real estate transactions have seen significant shifts, and understanding the rules now in effect for 2025 is crucial for military families. These changes primarily

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Tax Tips for Military Homeowners

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Owning a home comes with numerous benefits, and understanding the tax implications is crucial. For military members, navigating these benefits can be especially advantageous. This article provides a comprehensive overview of tax tips for military homeowners, covering general deductions and specific benefits tailored to their unique circumstances. General Homeowner Tax Deductions Generally, homeowners can deduct

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