Eugene Hackney Real Estate

01/20/2020

Ever wonder what's involved in a home inspection? These anecdotes are more the exception than the rule.

Home inspectors see everything that's happening in the dark and unreachable places of your home. So we had to ask: What's the craziest stuff they've seen? The post Home Inspectors Tell All: Strange but True Tales From the Trenches appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.

01/17/2020

Have you wondered how long you need to own your home before seeing a benefit from the investment?

New research by Betterment looks at how long it takes for homeowners to break even on their home purchase.

01/16/2020

Words to live by.

01/15/2020

If you've been thinking about buying a vacation property, this is a great checklist of questions to help make sure it's a good move.

Many people dream of buying a vacation home in their favorite travel destination, but vacation homes come with an extensive financial and time commitment. The post Are You Ready to Buy a Vacation Home? 6 Questions to Ask First appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.

01/14/2020

Enhance the value of your home with some eye-catching ideas!

01/13/2020

Your investment property might see a big benefit by adding an accessory dwelling unit, or secondary residence. Here are some details and a winning approach to making this idea pay off.

It goes by many names: guesthouse, granny flat, in-law suite, and the list goes on. But what actually is an ADU (accessory dwelling unit)? In this article, I'll define an ADU, what it means to invest in one, and the risks you could possibly face.

01/10/2020

While it's exciting to own your first home, it's important to tend to details that could otherwise fall through the cracks.

Congratulations on your new home! It’s been a long stressful journey getting to where you are now. You’ve had to give up your old home, decide whether you can afford a new one, and then move your entire life to a new state or a new neighborhood. It’s been stressful, but you’re almost through...

01/08/2020

As a real estate investor, your agent can be a valuable partner. Asking the right questions can result in the right fit.

Many real estate investors think they need an investor-friendly agent to purchase investment properties. This influences them to ask the wrong questions when vetting potential agents. Don't make this mistake! Here's how to choose the right agent for your needs.

01/07/2020

The time to plan for the future is now! Let's talk about helping you make the right next moves.

01/06/2020

There are ways to get help with a down payment. Here are a few.

Perhaps the single biggest obstacle to home ownership is coming up with enough money for a down payment, closing costs and cash reserves. While some loan programs don’t require a down payment, such as the VA and USDA programs, others do. For example, FHA loans ask for a minimum down payment of jus...

01/02/2020

Create a warm and inviting open house with these easy to implement staging tips.

01/01/2020

Whether you are flipping for the first time or the hundredth time, or are only now thinking about entering the flip market, here are good topics to consider.

House flipping can be a great investment—or a costly gamble. Here are some questions to ask yourself to assess if you're ready to flip a house. The post 5 Crucial Questions to Ask Before You Flip Your First House appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®.