• Can I Slap a Second Level on Top of a Single-Level House?,Craig Franek

    Can I Slap a Second Level on Top of a Single-Level House?

    If you live in a single-level house, or are considering buying one, you might have wondered about building up. Before you start imagining a roomy new second floor, here are three considerations: First, the foundation. In some cases, you can "slap a second story on top," but only if the foundation o

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  • How Mortgage Rate Changes Impact Your Homebuying Power,KCM Crew

    How Mortgage Rate Changes Impact Your Homebuying Power

    If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ve probably got mortgage rates on your mind. That’s because you’ve likely heard that mortgage rates impact how much you can afford in your monthly mortgage payment, and you want to factor that into your planning. Here’s what you need to know.Wha

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  • The Price of Perfection: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Home,KCM Crew

    The Price of Perfection: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Home

    In life, patience is a virtue – but in the world of homebuying, waiting too long in hopes of finding the perfect home actually isn't wise. That’s because the pursuit of perfection comes at a cost. And in this case, that cost may be delaying your dream of homeownership. As Bankrate explains:“One of t

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