Author: Bailey

Closing costs for a seller can reach 8% – 10% of the sale of a home. So estimated closing costs on a $250,000 home could be $20,000 to $25,000… That’s a lot of money! But where is that money going? Does the seller or buyer pay for closing costs? And are there any ways to … Continued

And as fun as working from home is… it also has its challenges. Maybe, for instance, your home doesn’t have room for an additional office and so you’re having to work at the kitchen table, in the guest room, or even in your bedroom. (Meanwhile, the kids are running around the house playing like crazy.) … Continued

Maybe you want to save money for college or for buying your next house or just for building up that rainy day fund. Whatever the case, you’re not the only one who’s had to make that decision. At Bumble Bee Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners who had to decide between saving for … Continued

This is often the case. A person has to move for a job change or transfer, to be closer to family, retirement, or many other reasons. Their house sells quickly, and now the clock is ticking – time is not on their side. Maybe there’s a family to get settled, children to enroll in school, … Continued

It happens to more people than you think, and often through no fault of their own.  An unexpected financial crisis, job loss, divorce, or serious medical issues are some of the most common reasons we’ve seen. As soon as a homeowner falls behind on property taxes, the local taxing authority will begin adding interest and … Continued

That’s great! Having a pool at home can be an awesome source of fun and a great way to make memories. But is it worth it? Is the cost and work of putting in an above-ground pool worth the payoff? For starters, HomeAdvisor’s estimates that it costs between $734 and $4,609 to purchase and install … Continued

Unfortunately, a sinking or settling foundation is one of the biggest problems homeowners can experience — and it’s one that you DEFINITELY don’t want to ignore. Just check out what Peak Structural Inc. has to say about it… “One of the biggest dangers of neglecting a building’s foundation is structural damage. A sinking foundation can … Continued