Arbie Turner's (arbieturner) Blog

It has recently been reported that housing prices are on the rise nationally.   Some people feel that this means we are looking at another housing bubble in the making. Thankfully this is simply not true. The biggest reason for the increase in housing prices is based on supply and demand.  Supply...

Reasons for buying a house can vary greatly.  Whether you are just beginning with your first purchase or you are an experienced buyer, every decision to buy is motivated by a need for change.  A common reason for buying a house can be a personal preference like wanting to move closer to family, w...

How can property condition make a difference when selling real estate?  Just like any asset you own, the current condition and any applicable warranties is what creates or adds value.  Adding value to your property is an important factor in setting the selling price.  There are several ways to ad...

What about that home inspection?  A home inspection is done for the buyer of the property to disclose the current condition. Home inspections are frequently required for mortgage financing, because the lender wants to be advised of any structural defects or code infractions.  But even if you are ...