Wendy Smith

Close Anytime Anywhere: A Convenient Necessity    If you ask several people how they’re doing, you’re likely to hear one word repeatedly: “Busy.” The pace and demands of daily life have many of us packing more and more into our schedules —home buyers and sellers...

Understanding Property Deeds: The Basics of Transferring Property    The transfer of real property from one party to another has been taking place for centuries. There was a time when transferring property happened through a ceremonial gesture in which the person...

Seller Financing: What to know About This Mortgage Alternative   Whether you are buying or selling a home, most transactions will have a lender involved in financing the real estate transaction. But what if that lender is not a financial institution, such as a bank or...

From “For Sale” to “Welcome Home:” A Step-by-Step Guide to Closing   Whether you’re upgrading, downsizing, relocating for work, or ready to retire, the decision to purchase or sell a home involves many factors. No matter the reason for your move, there’s a lot that...

By Christina Kass For many people, getting married and buying a home represents the quintessential American dream. Sometimes, however, “happily ever after” doesn’t go exactly as planned, and the marriage is dissolved. When a couple decides to divorce, they may be left...

By Christina Kass Losing a loved one is never easy and can leave you with more questions than answers. If your late relative owned a home, for example, you may be required to venture into the often-confusing world of probate. Selling a home under normal circumstances...