Diana Anghelus's Blog Posts

I get many buyers asking about the importance of having a letter from the lender before even looking at homes. Thus, I decided to make a post to explain this to you since you might have the same

So you are looking at a house online and want to see it in person, as most of the time what you see in photos does not equal the reality.First thing first – share it with your real estate,

As a real estate agent with passion for guiding you through the exciting journey of buying a home, I’ll share some crucial insights on what happens after you've taken those initial steps of

If you are like many other people who think that the inspection period is that time when a home inspector goes to the house to check and see if there are any defects that can’t be seen with

You found the right house and put an offer on it…Woo-hoo…the offer got accepted. How exciting – you are one step closer to being a homeowner and want to celebrate. But then,

I hear this question a lot and thus I would like to suggest some locations around Phoenix that offer fireworks, as well as events during the day. It does not matter what part of the Phoenix area you

This is a question that many buyers, especially first time home buyers are asking and I noticed that many of them are not familiar with what it means. While many think that it is only an extra fee

You are in the process of purchasing a new home and trying to determine if getting a home warranty is a smart decision. You've heard mixed opinions on their value and are wondering if they are worth

Even if this was a crazy year for all of us, that took away our pleasure of doing many fun things, here we are in the last month of 2020. Let’s make it a December to Remember, by adding some

Unfortunately, our homes don’t always grow with us. What may have initially worked fine for a single person, a young couple’s starter home, or a family with a newborn can quickly become

You’ve most likely heard the rule: Save for a 20-percent down payment before you buy a home. The logic behind saving 20 percent is solid, as it shows that you have the financial discipline and

Negotiation is a subtle art in real estate, but skilled negotiators can usually find some common ground that satisfies all parties. On the other hand, using the wrong negotiation tactics can sink a

When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the upmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and fix up some of its

TOWNHOUSE VS. CONDO: WHICH SHOULD YOU BUY?Whether it’s your first time buying or you just want to purchase something smaller, townhouses and condos are both great options. Check out the

STAGING STRATEGIES FOR YOUR HOMEStaging your home is all about putting the best foot forward for potential buyers. By highlighting its most desirable features, you can draw more interest for your

When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to understand is how to best protect yourself and your

Ever get the itch to do a DIY project? Whenever we do, our favorites involve getting outdoors and mixing up our landscaping features.Whether it's as simple as installing some lighting or a little

As unfortunate as it can be when homeowners fall behind on mortgage payments and must face the possibility of losing their homes, short sales and foreclosures provide them options for moving on

When you put your home up for sale, one of the best ways to determine the asking price is to look at comparable sales. There’s rarely a perfect apples-to-apples comparison, so a pricing

Your Guide to the Home AppraisalYou’ve found your dream home and now it’s time to cross all your T's and dot all your I's before it’s all your own. And one of the first items on

Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the negotiation part of the transaction can be a little daunting and stressful. However, it is necessary to ensure you are getting the

Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are excellent at highlighting the best features of the home, but