Thinking about buying a house but wondering “am I ready for homeownership?” It’s a fantastic dream, but it’s also a big decision. I want to empower you to make the best choice for yourself. That’s why I’ve created this handy checklist to help you figure out if homeownership is the right move for you right […]
First-Time Home Buyer Checklist
Buying your first home can be exciting and overwhelming, This comprehensive checklist will guide you through the process, step-by-step. Remember: Securing a buyer’s agent is the first and most important step. Checklist: Finding Your Buyer’s Agent: ✅ Research: Ask friends, family, and colleagues for recommendations. Look online for agents specializing in first-time buyers. ✅ Interview […]
Buyer Agency For First-Time Homebuyers
Finding your dream home can be epic, but navigating the crazy real estate market can leave you feeling like a lost puppy. That’s where buyer agency swoops in to be your superhero! What’s Buyer Agency? Think of it as your own personal home-hunting BFF! This infographic will be your cheat sheet to buyer agency, […]
Housing Market Steady: Good Time to Buy
Housing Market Update with Renee Porsia, The Rescue Dog Realtor Hi everyone! This is Renee Porsia, The Rescue Dog Realtor, here with your housing market update for the week of April 29th, 2024. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s going on: Mortgage Rates: They’re holding steady compared to last week. Home Sales: More new homes […]
How Much Will My Mortgage Be?
Ever asked your Realtor, “How much will my mortgage be?” It’s a natural question, but here’s the surprising truth: Realtors, including myself, should never give mortgage advice. Think of it this way: Realtors are like real estate superheroes. We swoop in to navigate the complex world of buying and selling homes, from finding the perfect […]
The HomeOwnership Recipe
Ditch Rent Regret and Bake Up Your Dream Home (While Saving Rescue Pups!) Homeownership recipe: Ingredients: 1 Cup: Burning Desire to Escape Rent Purgatory 2 Cups: Financial Savvy (Savings + Budget = Delicious Success!) 1 Tbsp: Knowledge of the Market (Research is the Secret Spice!) 1 Dash: Patience (Let the Dough Rise!) Secret Ingredient: Home […]
Sniffing Out the Truth: Beyond “New Carpet” Bliss with The Rescue Dog Realtor®!
Ah, that new-home smell. You know the one – that heady mix of fresh paint, wood, and… something else entirely. We all love that feeling of a fresh start, but as The Rescue Dog Realtor® (with a nose for more than just treats!), I want to spill the tea on that “something else.” Let’s face […]
Buyer Agency Wins! But Seriously, It Took a Lawsuit?
By: Renee Porsia Picture this: It’s 2014. Realtors are rocking mullets (okay, maybe not, but the fashion wasn’t exactly on point). Back then, I was like a lone wolf howling for buyer agency – transparency, respect, the whole shebang. I even wrote an article for, Realtor Magazine, “Don’t Leave the Door Open to Danger,” which […]