Shantel Grant, Realtor

04/20/2019

It is important to do your due diligence, improve your credit, and set yourself up to be in the best position when trying to obtain a mortgage (whether conventional or FHA loan). The last thing you want is to be a victim of predatory lenders, which can lead the market to crash as it did back in 2008.

The federal agency that insures mortgages for first-time home buyers is tightening its standards, worried it's allowing too many risky loans to be extended.

12/15/2018

Potential home sellers...this is for you! Please take this into consideration as you sell your home...It can make or break the sale! Feel free to reach out to me if you have questions!

Don’t let these common misconceptions get in the way of striking a deal.

10/31/2018

"Winter is Coming!" And we don't mean Game of Thrones! Here are some tips to winterize your home and save on heating costs!

Winterize your home and protect against potential disaster. Taking these steps will help protect your home from the cold, rain, and snow.

10/09/2018

Here are some valuable tips for your home's appraisal!

Here’s what to expect during a home appraisal, hot find an appraiser, and how a home appraisal contingency works. Tips and advice for first-time and seasoned home buyers.

08/26/2018

Never purchase a home without performing a thorough inspection! Doing your due diligence can save you time, money, and unnecessary stress.

Home inspection: what to expect, and how to find a home inspector. Tips and advice from the experts for home a home inspection works when buying a house.

08/07/2018

If you're seeking to sell your home, be sure to do these things first! Presentation is important!

Make your home stand out with a few easy improvements.

10/09/2017

As a buyer, it's important to know what you want, but also be reasonable and open-minded...Or you may miss out on a great home!

A solid game plan can help you narrow your homebuying search to find the best home for you.

09/14/2017

For those of you who prefer to donate to charities other than the Red Cross to help victims of the recent hurricanes in Texas and Florida, please go to the Hand In Hand Hurricane Relief website. While the telethon has passed, donations are still being accepted. Let's do all we can to help and make a difference!

**Select "Proceeds" on the right side to see all the great charities that donations will be going to.***

Live from Los Angeles, New York, and Nashville on September 12th 2017 at 8PM EST.

09/03/2017

Damaged by Hurricane Harvey? Get a "casualty-loss" tax write-off while you can! It is highly likely that the write-off may be eliminated if the proposed tax reform plan passes.

Because most insurance coverage for homeowners excludes flood damage, many victims of the storm will need to take “casualty-loss” write-offs to recoup what they can. Here’s what you need to know.

09/03/2017

As many future homeowners seek to score a great deal on a home, buying a foreclosed home is often viewed as an option. Realtors are often asked the difference between a foreclosure and a short sale. This article will clarify the differences so you'll know which is better for your respective financial situation.

Let's discuss the details and differences between a short sale and foreclosure, two options borrowers have when they fall behind on mortgage payments.

09/03/2017

Although a home may be put up for sale by the owner directly, it is highly advisable that sellers work with a Realtor who will represent their best interest and help avoid the pitfalls of selling a home on their own.

Going the

09/03/2017

Are you in search of a new home? Here are some tips to consider during the home buying process...

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