Beth Engel ~ Realtor

01/03/2022

Not all upgrades are upgrades!

In 2017, Americans spent over $6,600 per homeowner on home improvement projects. Perhaps it’s because of the popularity of HGTV shows, but this has been on the rise. People are fascinated with having nice homes. What about when it’s time to sell? Is it worth remodeling or renovating your ho...

01/03/2022

Who is on the fence about buying a new home this year??

01/02/2022

Anyone down to live in a barn 🤔

Barndominiums have captured many potential buyers' imaginations and for several good reasons. But is this type of home right for you? Take a closer look at the pros and cons of buying or building one.

01/01/2022

Dipping into your retirement savings is usually a bad idea but, did you know some employers offer down payment assistance? There are also organizations that can help out low income buyers!

There are plenty of ways to amass a sizable down payment fast. We explain five tactics, along with their pros and cons.

12/31/2021

How Much Money Do You Need to Buy a House? https://bit.ly/3IJDYfz

12/30/2021

Which Christmas tree would you put in your dream house?

12/29/2021

I know some people ready to accept a ghost house at a fair price 😂

A Tampa, FL, residence memorably marketed as the "worst house on the block" became the most popular home on Realtor.com in 2021.

12/28/2021

Yah, you have to clean that thing out...

A clean, well-maintained chimney will save you money and prevent trouble—and, yes, there are parts of the job you can do yourself.

12/27/2021

As Covid mortgage relief expires, many Americans still can’t afford monthly payments. Here are options for cash-strapped borrowers to consider.

12/26/2021

Can You Buy a House If You’re Unemployed? https://bit.ly/3IV3wGx

12/25/2021

That's a lot of steel!

Built from 110 tons of salvaged steel, the iconic home known as the “Steel House” is on the market. It's a work of art that needs someone to finish it off.

12/24/2021

So, are you ready?

Being ready to buy a home isn’t entirely determined by your finances. Homeownership is also a lifestyle change that you have to be willing to take on.