Blog | Joseph Finnegan

Tips for Building Resale Value

Image by Breadmaker from Shutterstock When you're motivated to get the most from your sale, it pays to add property value through preparation. Get started today with some of these tips: Have your local real estate agent evaluate your home. As a professional, they know what sells and what doesn't in your area. They ...

Considering a 2nd Mortgage? Here’s What Your Need to Know

You’ve been paying off your mortgage for 10 years, building equity while making careful financial decisions to ensure that you’re on track to pay off your mortgage. So, all of those payments are essentially money in the bank for you, right? Not quite. The equity you’ve built toward is home isn’t ...

Why Bargain Hunting is a Bad Idea

It seems like every month there is a new website offering deals on everything from electronics to travel. In fact, the “coupon industry” is booming. This trend has conditioned people, more than ever before, to look for bargains and become determined to pay well below the market price for merchandise. There’s ...

How to avoid common selling challenges as a California luxury home seller

The California luxury home real estate market continues to expand as more investors and homebuyers are drawn into the state. As a luxury home seller, preparing for potential challenges you may face in the market can help you navigate the selling process and come out ...