Courtney Huston Realtor-Royal LePage Prime

09/15/2024

05/15/2024

It’s warming up outside, have you warmed up to the idea of homeownership? Use the link below to schedule a complimentary buyer consult. We’ve set up an easy online booking system so you can pick a time right in our calendar. It’s never too early. ⏱

‼️ Book Now: https://loom.ly/M9a069k

05/06/2024

Simplifying every step of the journey for you!

05/01/2024

May your month be filled with fun.. 😋

04/29/2024

Styling Tip: Your Home Bar 🥃

🍷 Create a focal point: This could be a statement piece such as a beautifully crafted bar cart, a unique backsplash or an eye-catching display of glassware.
🍸 Organize & display essentials: Display your glassware, cocktail shakers and bar tools in an attractive manner. Try using decorative trays to corral smaller items.
🍹 Add personal touches: Infuse your bar with personality and charm with decorative accents that reflect your interests and passions. Display artwork, photographs or memorabilia that hold sentimental value. Make it uniquely yours and your guests will linger to enjoy the experience. Cheers 🍸

04/25/2024

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04/24/2024

What they don’t tell you about calling the listing agent! Remember the listing agent is working for the seller. It’s important to have your own buyer representation to ensure your best interests are taken care of. Book a complimentary buyer consult with my link in bio, depending on the time of day the coffee or the wine is on me ☕️🍷💁‍♀️

04/22/2024

Buy land, they’re not making it anymore. Happy Earth Day 🌎💫🏡 Did you know that to buy vacant land your lender will require a bigger down payment? Some as high as 50% of the purchase price.

04/15/2024

First Time Buyer FAQ:

1. How much do I need for a down payment? The minimum down payment is 5% of the purchase price.
2. What are closing costs, and how much should I expect to pay. Closing costs include: land transfer tax & lawyers fees and work out to approx. 2% of the purchase price. You’ll need to have this money set aside in addition to your down payment.
3. Should I buy a home or continue renting: This really depends, talk with an agent you trust about the market and your future plans. One of the strongest investments you can make is buying a home but are you financially ready. What does your life look like, maybe the flexibility of renting suits you right now.
4. How do I get pre approved? It can be done by making an appointment or start by having a phone conversation. They will request some documents from you like your notice of assessments, a few months of bank statements, potentially a letter from your employer etc… They’ll let you know what they need and then can discuss what type of mortgage would suit you best. Let me know if you need a contact!
5. What expenses will I have beyond the mortgage payment? Consider ongoing expenses such as property taxes, home insurance, utilities, maintenance (no more calling the landlord!), future renovations or upgrades. Condos will have monthly fees: don’t let that deter you from considering a condo. It’s just another form of ownership where a portion of the monthly fees go into a reserve fund towards future repairs.
6. What are the long term benefits: building equity, stability, personalization, pride of ownership and appreciation over time.
7. How do I know it’s a good time: You know what they say… the best time to buy a house was 20 years ago. The second best time is today. Time in the market > Timing the market. The sooner you get that first step on the property ladder the quicker you can start building equity. The reality for most buyers is that the house prices increase faster than our ability to save. That first house doesn’t have to be the dream house, but it can absolutely help to propel you towards your future home goals.🚀

04/11/2024

Take the first step…by getting an official pre-approval! And those online calculators don’t count. They can be a great tool if you’re thinking of buying down the road but if you’re at a point where you want to start booking showings then get.it.done👏 it’s so important! If you skip this critical step you could end up finding then LOSING out on the home of your dreams because of the timing of condition deadlines. Or maybe you forgot to factor in student loans, a large truck payment, credit card debt, the fact you’re self employed, have a new job etc. Etc. ETC… This results in

1) You being upset
2) devastated sellers who thought their home was sold and now they’ve lost valuable time on the market. Not to mention they’ve spent hours cleaning, preparing and getting their kids and pets out of the house for all of your showings & inspections. And..
3) your agent and the sellers agent spent lots of time putting together a deal only to crash and burn 🔥 It’s a big disappointment all around. 🤯😭🤧🍷 I’ve had this happen and it has forced me to drink an unreasonable amount of red wine and CRY. So go get pre approved so we can drink wine together in your new home that you locked down because you got pre approved.

If you want the names of some amazing lenders, I’m all too happy to put you in contact with our industries best!

04/08/2024

Cheers to turning 35 🍾

04/03/2024

Want to buy a home? We’ve created a step-by-step roadmap to guide you through the process. We’re sharing an overview here 👆For a detailed copy of our buyer guide, use our online booking with the link in bio for your complimentary buyer consult. We can’t wait to learn more about what you’re searching for 👀