Blog | Michael Ladd

What’s the “Emotional” Return on Investment of a New Home?

Chances are, you’ve heard the expression, “Your home is your biggest investment.” For most homeowners, that’s true. So, when you’re shopping for a new home, it’s important to consider the financial opportunity of any purchase. Ideally, you want a home that is likely to increase in value over time. In other ...

Simple tips for a quicker homebuying process

Are you on a tight schedule for buying a new home? While it might seem stressful to accomplish such a momentous task in a specific timeframe, there are plenty of ways you can make sure the process goes as quickly as possible. With a focused search, accurate budget and expert ...

Commercial & residential properties: Defining the differences & latest trends

As residential real estate and commercial buildings grow in number in line with the economy, there’s much to be learned about what they exactly are and the growing trends surrounding them. What is the difference between residential & commercial location? Put simply, a residential location is a place meant ...

Should You Worry about Competing Listings?

Imagine you’ve been waiting for the right moment to sell your home and you’re finally ready to list it. But, just as you’re about to put up the sign, you notice that a few other FOR SALE signs have unexpectedly popped up in the community. Oh no! Now there are competing ...