Patrick McCarthy Real Estate Blog

27 12, 2016

Downsizing or Not to Downsize

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-12-27T17:50:32-05:00December 27th, 2016|Advice, Home Buying, Home Selling|

Downsizing to a smaller home can actually be one of the biggest decisions that you make. While you may have had dreams in the past of moving to a larger abode in order to better accommodate your growing family, it is safe to say that many people don't think quite as lovingly about selling the [...]

20 12, 2016

Is Small the New Big?

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-12-20T23:04:35-05:00December 20th, 2016|Advice, Home Selling, Real Estate|

Back in the 1990s, everything seemed to be big. Boy bands, hair, and houses. While big hair and boy bands seemed to fizzle out, though, the quest to have a bigger house still remained...at least until now. The year 2016 was the first year since the economic recession and crash of the housing market that [...]

13 12, 2016

Is It Smart to Take Your Home Off the Market at Holiday Time?

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-12-23T17:30:48-05:00December 13th, 2016|Advice, Real Estate|

For many people, holiday time is the busiest part of the year. So, if you intend on moving soon - or, if your house has already been listed for sale - does it make sense to take it off the market until the beginning of next year? By removing your home from its For Sale [...]

6 12, 2016

Highlighting Your Home’s Curb Appeal for the Holidays

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-12-23T17:29:18-05:00December 6th, 2016|Advice, Home Selling|

Want to make your home stand out this holiday season, but not look like the Griswolds? The good news is that you don't have to have a dozen inflatable characters and a wall of lights to do so. In fact, by following just a few tips, you can make your home look amazing, yet tasteful [...]

22 11, 2016

Will Your Home Warranty Really Pay Off?

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-11-22T20:48:18-05:00November 22nd, 2016|Advice, Real Estate|

If you've recently purchased a home, then it is possible that you were provided with a homeowner's warranty. This is oftentimes a way for sellers to provide an additional incentive for attracting buyers - especially if the property is older and / or if any of the major systems may soon need to be replaced. [...]

8 11, 2016

How to Spot Red Flags on the Sellers Disclosure Statement

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-12-23T17:30:33-05:00November 8th, 2016|Advice, Home Buying|

You've found a great house and you're considering putting in an offer...but then you notice something on the Sellers Disclosure Statement... When purchasing a new home, it's easy to get carried away if you find one that meets all your needs. In some ways, when you first "meet" the home, it can be a bit [...]

25 10, 2016

Are You a Millennial Considering a Move?

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-10-31T18:10:47-04:00October 25th, 2016|Advice, Real Estate|

While Millennials – those who were born between 1982 and 2004 – account for a significant share of recent home buyers, the reality is that today, the rates of home ownership for people who are under age 35 still remain at their lowest level in decades. For some, income may be an issue. But for [...]

11 10, 2016

Need to Save for a Down Payment on a Home?

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-10-24T07:52:52-04:00October 11th, 2016|Advice, Home Buying|

Based on information from the National Association of Realtors “2016 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers,” the hardest part of purchasing a new home is coming up with the funds that are needed for its down payment. In many cases, the purchaser of a home that is being financed will need at least 5 to [...]

27 09, 2016

Tips for Getting Your Home Sold Quickly in the Fall

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-10-24T07:53:33-04:00September 27th, 2016|Advice, Home Selling|

Now that summer is behind us and the leaves will soon be starting to change colors, many home sellers may be getting worried that it will become more difficult to attract potential buyers. But the reality is that autumn can still be a great time to find that ideal purchaser for your home - especially if [...]

13 09, 2016

Countering a Lowball Offer on Your Home

By Patrick McCarthy, Realtor|2016-10-24T07:54:04-04:00September 13th, 2016|Advice, Home Selling|

Selling your home can be fraught with many anxious moments - especially when you get a call from your agent saying that you have an offer. But in some cases, the excitement of receiving an offer can soon be followed with disappointment when you learn that the potential buyer has submitted a lowball offer. If [...]

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