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January
24

Achieving 2023 Home Goals - Badger Peabody & Smith RealtyForget everything you've heard about buying a home in the last two years. The housing market in 2023 is going to be an entirely different affair. Some experts are predicting a more balanced market. But that won't necessarily make homeownership more affordable as interest rates are on the rise.

So, what's a savvy first-time buyer to do? Here are some tips from our real estate agents that will help you bring your homeownership goals to fruition.

  1. Add to Your Down Payment
    Generally speaking, a larger down payment means a lowe...

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January
17

Furnishing a First Home - Buy a Home - Badger Peabody & Smith RealtyBuying your first home is such an exciting milestone. But once you're standing in your own empty living room, you realize there's another big step you have to tackle: furnishing that home. When furnishing your Carroll County home, it's important to prioritize the right rooms and items. Take things slowly and embrace your own style. Our real estate agents have a few more specific tips that should prove helpful along the way.

  1. Make a List of Necessities
    Furnishing your home will seem less overwhelming if you're able to nail down exactly what you need. Start b...

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November
7

Starter Home Tips - Badger Peabody & Smith RealtyThe thought of buying your first home is exciting. However, before picking out curtains and decorations, you must consider whether it's the right investment for your future. Our real estate agents suggest you consider the five following considerations before your heart settles on any first home.

  1. Cost of Ownership
    Is the home affordable? This is the first and most important question any homebuyer should ask about Ber...

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September
27

Bridge Loans - Buying and Selling a Home - Badger Peabody & Smith RealtySometimes life sneaks up on you. You weren't expecting that fantastic job opportunity, and you certainly weren't expecting to transfer out of state. Suddenly, without warning, you find yourself in the position of having to find a home in a new place, and you haven't sold the one you're in. How do you manage that balancing act?

Our real estate agents may suggest you consider a bridge loan. But what is that, exactly? Essentially, it is a short-term loan backed by the equity in your existing home that will allow you to cover the time gap between its sale and the purchase of a new house. That may seem simple en...

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September
6

We are pleased to announce the release of our late summer Badger Peabody & Smith Buyer's Guide. This 8 page guide features properties for sale, information on the real estate market and more. We are pleased to partner with a few of our returning advertisers, Woodsville Guaranty Savings Bank, Littleton Regional Healthcare and Hunkins & Eaton Insurance. You can view the latest Buyer's Guide

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