Buying A Home With A Septic System: What You Should Check First
Around a quarter of homes in the United States use a septic system for sewage disposal. Septic is a private wastewater treatment system for homes…
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How To Estimate A Home’s Utility Costs Before You Buy
Utilities are a major but often-overlooked expense by home buyers who are budgeting for a new house. If you’re relocating to a new area or…
What Are Easements in Real Estate? A Home Buyer’s Guide To Property Access Rights
Easements are one of many considerations to take into account when deciding whether to purchase a home. An easement isn’t always a huge red flag,…
Why Some Renovations Reduce Your Home’s Value
In most cases, upgrading and renovating your home increases its value. Homeowners often view renovations as an investment and look forward to recouping their money…
Gary Clark joins the Oliva Home Group
I’m incredibly excited to officially announce a new partnership between 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 and two-time Super Bowl Champion and Washington football legend 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗸!…
Unpermitted Renovations: What Home Buyers Need To Know Before Making An Offer
It can be incredibly frustrating to find a perfect house only to discover that work was done on the property without permits. Unpermitted renovations can…
What Is A Property Survey, And Do You Need One Before Buying A Home?
The land a home sits on is just as valuable, if not more valuable, than the house itself. However, many homeowners don’t know where their…
How Climate And Weather Patterns Are Changing Buyer Preferences
The effects of climate change on the real estate market are widespread. Changing weather patterns have affected energy usage, insurance costs, and the overall popularity…
The True Cost Difference Between New Builds And Resale Homes
If you live in an area that’s undergoing a lot of development, you might be curious about buying a new construction. Many prospective home buyers…