Graham Green's Blog Posts

When you’re buying a home, you want to make sure that you don’t do anything that could put the sale in jeopardy—and that includes saying the wrong thing.A video from realtor

If you’re thinking about becoming a real estate agent, you’re probably aware that you don’t make a dime until (and unless) you sell a house. You’re probably even okay with

Getting homeowners insurance when you purchase a house is a non-negotiable. But while standard home insurance policies provide a high level of coverage and protection, they don’t cover 

Buying your first home is an exciting time. But before you jump into your home search, it’s important to understand the market—and, more specifically, how the market is impacting first

Except for the select few who truly don’t care, most people have their own taste for design. Whether it’s transitional, rustic, or farmhouse, everyone has an aesthetic that makes them

When you sell your home, you want it to sell quickly and profitably—and according to those standards, there’s never been a better time to sell than right now.According to recent

Most people want to list their home for the highest price possible when they sell their house. While a seller can always decide to list their house for as much as they want, ultimately, the market

Autumn is here! And while fall is always a cozy time, this year, coziness has officially emerged as one of the biggest interior design trends of the autumn season.A recent article from

Mortgage rates have continued to drop in recent months, hitting new all-time lows seemingly every week. And while the average mortgage rate for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage is currently (for the

When you list your home, you don’t want it to sit on the market for months and months. You want to get an offer and make the sale as quickly as possible.Well, as it turns out, if you’re

Garage bars and pub sheds have been gaining in popularity over the years. It’s no wonder why—you can’t beat the convenience and you’re never late for happy hour when you;

People who have been homeowners for a long time tend to forget how exciting and nerve-wracking it feels to buy a home for the first time. Once you’ve been through the process, you know what to

The Coronavirus pandemic and subsequent shutdowns across the country forced many potential buyers to put their home search on hold. But for the buyers that did make a purchase during the height of

When you put your home on the market, you want it to attract buyers and sell quickly and for as much as possible. And, depending on the condition of your home, that might mean making some

People who have been homeowners for a long time tend to forget how exciting and nerve-wracking it feels to buy a home for the first time. Once you’ve been through the process, you know what to

When you work in real estate, you spend much of your time in the weeds of a transaction, so it’s easy to forget about the true joy that comes from home ownership. At the end of the day, after

Many homeowners are worried that the COVID-19 pandemic will cause home prices to drop—or to even crash like they did during the 2008 housing crisis.But according to a recent survey, the

If swimming pools appear in your dreams, it means you’re alert to what’s going on in your subconscious mind, and that you probably have good physical and mental health.If swimming pools

So, what does that mean for you? If you’re thinking about selling your home, the best time of year to do so is right around the corner. And while the home selling process is going to be

The coronavirus is completely changing the real estate industry, and stay-at-home orders have presented unique challenges for buyers. Not only are they unable to tour properties in person, but, in

When you’re getting ready to put your home on the market, you want it to impress would-be buyers. And because the kitchen is such an important spot in your home, you really want to make sure

Real estate is a public profession, so most people have some understanding of what agents do on a day to day basis. Client meetings, market research, listing homes, making offers, and helping people

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, people are spending more time at home—and many of them are using that time to tackle home improvement projects.And while DIY projects are a productive way

If you’re planning to buy a new home, you probably have a wish list of features. But how likely is it that you’ll find those features in a new build?According to a recent survey

To say the economic news coming out lately has been disconcerting would be an understatement. Statistics concerning job losses, furloughs, and unemployment figures have pointed to upheaval in the

Mortgage rates have been hovering near all-time lows for months. But recently, those interest rates officially crossed the line from “near an all-time low” to “at an all

Ask any real estate agent if now is a good time to buy a home. Chances are good you’ll probably get the impression that it’s the perfect time to buy a house. Makes sense, right?

When you buy a home, you (obviously) want it to increase in value. But if you bought today, would your home’s value increase in the upcoming year?According to the most recent Home Price

The COVID-19 pandemic is putting a lot of Americans under serious financial strain—and in an effort to relieve some of that strain, homeowners across the country are looking for mortgage.

Traditionally, when you sell your home, you want to get as many people in to see your property as possible; open houses and frequent tours from potential buyers are the norm.But social distancing is

It looks like the upcoming spring season is going to be a competitive one for buyers.According to recent data from realtor.com, national housing inventory dropped 13.6 percent from January 2019

It’s not a stretch to say that people tend to stereotype various professions. When you think of an accountant, you probably think of someone who dresses conservatively, and has an analytical

Clearly, you want your home to sell for the highest price possible. As it turns out, when you sell your home plays one of the biggest roles into how much it sells for—and the best time to?

Social distancing is one of the most responsible things you can do right now—both to protect your health and the health of the people in your community. And with social distancing in full,

Anyone who’s seen even a minute of the Netflix show “Tiger King” knows that Exotic Joe and his crew lead pretty crazy lives. So, who better to help put into words the day to day

The global COVID-19 pandemic has affected life across the globe. Strict social distancing measures, school closures, and, in many locales, a ban on all non-essential businesses have turned people

If your house isn’t selling as quickly as you’d hoped, now is the perfect time to reevaluate your strategy—and make your home as appealing as possible before the spring real estate

There’s no denying that the coronavirus pandemic is changing the way we live. People are staying at home and social distancing while mandated closures are forcing many businesses to close

A recent article from realtor.com outlined key strategies for keeping your home germ-free during the coronavirus pandemic, including:Kill germs before they enter your home. Leave

Due to COVID-19, more people are working from home than ever before. And if you’re working from home, it’s important to have a workspace that keeps you productive and engaged throughout

In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, social distancing is our new normal—and could continue to be the norm for the foreseeable future. But staying at home and keeping a safe distance from

It’s a difficult time for everybody, especially those whose health has been affected by the pandemic. It’s difficult for the brave healthcare workers putting their lives at risk trying

With everything going on with the coronavirus pandemic, it’s looking like many Americans are about to be spending a lot more time at home. And as you spend more time at home, you’re also

We’ve all become a lot more sensitive to germs and being cautious about what we touch—even in our own homes. Try as you may, it can often feel impossible to keep your home clean and germ

The coronavirus pandemic is causing uncertainty across the nation—and for many, that includes financial uncertainty.Luckily, there are options for homeowners impacted by the coronavirus. In

Many would-be buyers think that in order to make their dream of homeownership a reality, they need to have 20 percent of the home’s purchase price to put down as a down payment. But, that;