What Fees Should I Expect When Buying a New Home?
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Whether you're buying your first place or you're upgrading to your next home, it never hurts to review what costs you will incur outside...
mackofalltradesNY
Oct 27, 20225 min read
Is Now a Bad Time to Buy Real Estate?
Do I buy now even though rates are going up? Or, do I wait it out, hoping for a drop in rates next year? How much waiting and how many...
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mackofalltradesNY
Oct 20, 20226 min read
What Things Should You Consider Before You Buy a Short-Term Rental?
Short-term rental over long-term rental. That's the preference of many of my buyers. Why? They love the idea of being able to use it for...
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mackofalltradesNY
Apr 6, 20227 min read
How to Get Your Buyer's Offers Accepted in a Hot market
It's a seller's market for now and while things may be shifting, it is still one of the most frustrating markets for first time home...
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mackofalltradesNY
Mar 31, 20222 min read
Upstate NY Airbnb Laws by Town
This is probably the number one question I get as a realtor in Upstate NY. People want to know what the laws are for certain...
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mackofalltradesNY
May 3, 20218 min read
You Have an Accepted Offer on a Plot? Great! Now Due Diligence Begins
Finding the plot for a reasonable price in this market is a challenge, and getting the offer accepted is an even bigger challenge. But...
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mackofalltradesNY
Apr 13, 20218 min read
Purchasing a Plot to Build On: Here’s What You Need to Know
I’m sure you have had the dream about finding a cute plot and building on it. I know I sure have. I remember last year when the pandemic...
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mackofalltradesNY
Feb 21, 20219 min read
First-Time Buyer's Series: How to Avoid Buyer's Remorse and Make a Purchase You Feel Good About
All buyers want to ensure they make the right decision when it comes to making a major purchase like buying a home. And buying real...
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mackofalltradesNY
Feb 14, 202111 min read
First-Time Buyer's Series: Figuring Out Renovation Costs
I'm writing this post right now as my mind is flooded with ideas for my next renovation that is coming up starting March 1st! That's...
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mackofalltradesNY
Feb 7, 20219 min read
First-Time Buyer's Series: What Your Agent Actually Does and How to Pick the Right One
Finding the right agent is clutch. And in a seller's market this can be difficult to do, especially if you have a smaller budget. You may...
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mackofalltradesNY
Jan 31, 202111 min read
First-Time Buyer's Series: Preparing Your Finances to Make You "Bankable"
Whether you plan to buy soon or are looking ahead to buying a few years down the line, it is never too early to prepare your finances so...
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mackofalltradesNY
Jan 24, 202111 min read
First-Time Buyer Series: Hidden Costs and What to Expect
When you are looking to buy your first home you are acutely aware of the down payment. That is the number you are focused on and spending...
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mackofalltradesNY
Jan 17, 20218 min read
First-Time Buyer Series: Should I Buy in a Seller's Market?
I really enjoy working with first-time buyers. For me, that is the biggest thrill in the world because I get the opportunity to help...
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