miles patterson

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Questions Buyers Should Ask About Utility Costs
Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase ... https://t.co/uTOJnKWFaU

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How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home
Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try ... https://t.co/Oo12hmpdva

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What to Look for in a Home Inspection Report
You've made an offer, it's been accepted, and now comes one of the most important steps in the buying process: the home inspection. The report that ... https://t.co/k9it6kV3Cr

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How to Assess Natural Light When Touring Homes
Natural light is one of those qualities that listing photos don't always capture accurately. A room that looks bright and airy in listing photos might ... https://t.co/QWKGIGXZ3N

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When Buying New Construction Makes More Sense Than Resale
The debate between new construction and resale homes is one that comes up often in today's market — and there is no single right answer ... https://t.co/nqPeocRVmI

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What to Look for in a Move-In-Ready Home
Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and if you've been searching for a while, the phrase "move-in ready ... https://t.co/J1BNWxXL6r

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What Buyers Should Know About Flood Risk and Insurance
Flooding isn't usually top of mind when you're touring open houses. You're focused on countertops, closet space, and whether the backyard is ... https://t.co/1bzkCekgDs

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What Happens Between Offer Acceptance and Closing
Your offer has been accepted. It's an exciting milestone — but if you've never bought or sold a home before, you might be surprised to learn that ... https://t.co/D8B2ssO8LB

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What First-Time Buyers Should Know About Property Surveys
Buying your first home comes with a long list of steps, and a property survey is one you do not want to overlook. While it may not get as ... https://t.co/V5w7QTe2cR

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Easy Ways to Reduce Household Noise Between Rooms
Whether you work from home, share your space with young children, or simply value a little peace and quiet, unwanted noise traveling between rooms ... https://t.co/Vdv5SE366J

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What to Know About Homeowners Associations Before You Buy
Buying a home is one of the most significant decisions you'll ever make, and if the property you're considering is part of a homeowners ... https://t.co/6DAujvnElB

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Touring Homes With a Critical Eye: What Buyers Often Miss
Walking through a home for the first time is an exciting experience. The fresh paint, the staged furniture, the natural light pouring ... https://t.co/8OR11URN4f

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How to Evaluate a Neighborhood During Different Times of Day
Finding the right home involves far more than square footage, curb appeal, and asking price. The neighborhood you choose becomes the ... https://t.co/BrpaGbzGSJ

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The Best Home Styles for Enjoying Spring Weather
Spring isn't just a great time to buy a home because there is more on the market. It's also one of the most enjoyable seasons for homeowners. Warmer ... https://t.co/PlM7Had3dr

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What to Do the First Week in Your New Home
Once you've closed and gotten the keys to your new place, the process isn't over. It's time to move in and get settled. With a new space to get acquainted ... https://t.co/KXVtqSb6bP

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What to Know About Using Gifted Funds for a Down Payment
For many home buyers — especially first-time buyers — saving for a down payment can feel like the biggest hurdle to homeownership. That's ... https://t.co/f97Cb0cKMU

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How to Research Crime and Safety
When you're buying a home, it's easy to focus on details like finishes and square footage. But feeling safe in your new neighborhood is just as important as loving ... https://t.co/6JOzwxXChk

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What Buyers Need to Know About Home Warranties
When buying a home, you're most likely to focus on things like the listing price, location, and curb appeal. Because of this, it's common to overlook ... https://t.co/eV0rDn7IFu

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Browsing for Homes Online? Follow These Shopping Tips
Searching online has become the most common starting point for home buyers today. With just a few clicks, you can look at photos, compare floor ... https://t.co/VHaCLvasVj

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How to Look Past Bad Staging
When you're house hunting, first impressions matter — but they can also be misleading. While beautiful staging can help a home shine, poor staging can unfairly turn ... https://t.co/szD3gBfOHY