
A Little Advice When Considering a “Flipped” Property Purchase
I see a good deal of housing inventory every week. Many of these homes were recently remodeled—and a good deal of those, “investor-flips.” Improvements to flipped properties can vary dramatically, from a simple primping (paint, carpet, general updating and some landscaping work), to complete renovation. On the surface a flipped properties look “new.” Fresh paint, refurbished flooring, new or resurfaced cabinets, updated baths and kitchens with the latest contemporary finishes

What is a “Walk Score” and why does it matter?
If you have ever noticed a Walk Score rating on listing sheets or advertisements and wondered what that meant, you are not alone! Walk Scores have been around for some time now, but are gaining in popularity and getting more attention by home buyers, investors and tenants alike. In short, a Walk Score is a rating of the walkability of a city, neighborhood or address based on specific criteria. What makes a neighborhood walkable, and what is considered in determining a Walk Sc