Real Estate News and Information
What’s in a Bedroom?
No, I don’t mean a bed, or dresser, or even a closet! That is correct, you read it right; a bedroom doesn’t need a closet. Of course we would love a nice, big closet in every bedroom - I actually think we’d love a closet in every room - but let’s get back to this...
Preparing for a Change of Address
Are you moving and now you’re faced with having to change your address and don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, we’re here to help! We know that in addition to packing all of your belongings and planning the move, you will also need to consider informing all your...
Useful Tips for Saving Yourself Money This Winter
With the winter season just around the corner, Movementum Realty wants to share with you some relatively easy home improvements that will save you both money and energy during the bitter cold months. Caulk windows and doors. It’s important to make sure that all cracks...
DIY Updates That Can Help Your Home Sell for More
If you’re ready to sell your property take a look at our most recommended home improvement projects. These projects are affordable, easy to complete on a weekend and they can help increase your home’s overall value. Key Places to Start Upgrading Think of the main...
Four Common Mistakes in Building Equity
So you want to build equity? When looking to build equity in a home there are several common mistakes made by homeowners in their journey to building value. Here we will go over the top four pitfalls that can lead to you not getting all your money back out of your...
Top 10 Mistakes Home Sellers Make
Selling your home is an exciting process, but you shouldn't go into it without preparing ahead of time and making sure that you have done your homework. You need to think about the timing of the real estate market and correctly pricing your home and everything else...
Turning The Lights On In Real Estate
When you are buying a home or selling a home there is a point in time where you must call in for the final readings. Often, we are asked exactly when is that done. With the TRID laws in place it is important to get these readings done ahead of time so they can be put...
The 5 Emotional Stages of Buying A Home
Buying your first home comes with many emotional ups and downs! However, you should try to enjoy this experience as much as possible, because all this hard work will pay off when you find the perfect home! Stage 1: Elation You’ve been pre-approved and can finally...
Best Strategies When You’re Buying a Home
There’s always so much that you must consider when buying your first home! At Movementum Realty, we have been working with buyers just like you in order help our clients become - homeowners! As such, we'd like to share with you some strategies to keep in mind when...
First Time Home Buyer Tips
Buying your first home is both an exciting and can be a nerve-wracking time! However, we are home buying professionals and we have helped hundreds of other first-time home buyers just like you purchase their home. Below are a couple of tips on how to help you prepare...
A Few Moments That All Home Buyers May Experience
With a pre-approval letter in hand, you’re armed and ready to start searching for your new home! Of course, the home search has its ups and downs, but you’re not alone in this experience. We’ve listed just a few of the big moments that all home buyers have gone...
Home Staging Tips When Selling Your Home
Are you ready to sell your home? The first step in the process is to take time to give your home some love! Keep in mind that even the simplest home staging can make the difference between a buyer that walks away and a buyer that's impressed. Here are a few home...
Simple Tricks to Make Moving Effortless
Simple Tricks to Make Moving Effortless Moving day is can be very stressful! As it moves closer, you can begin to feel like there’s no way you can pack your entire life into a moving truck on time. We understand this experience first-hand and we wanted to share a few...
A Few Ways to Save for Your Down Payment
How to Save for Your Down Payment With enough time and creative budgeting techniques you can save enough money for a down payment for your new home. We’re here to provide you with a few tips so that you can reach your goal sooner than you think! Budget Break Down...
The Importance of Mortgage Pre-Approval
The first step in the Home Buying process is to get pre-approved for a mortgage. This will help you not only will you know what type of home you can afford, but you’ll be in a better position in which to negotiate with a seller. In addition, sellers most often will...