The SimpleShowing Blog

How Much Mortgage Can You Afford? Here Are 5 Different Ways to Figure it Out

Oct 13, 2022

The amount of debt that a lender feels is comfortable with a borrower is key when it comes to determining the amount of mortgage that particular borrower can afford. This will determine the kind of house you can afford.Buying a house is one of the biggest investments you can ever make. Some people might [...]

Portable Solar Panels For Household Use: Why And How To Buy One

Oct 12, 2022

Solar panels form integral parts of most modern homes. People use these systems to convert the sun's energy into green energy that they can use for lighting and running equipment in their homes.In the past, people used to fix solar panels on rooftops. However, that has changed with the evolution of techn[...]

Outdoor Lighting Options to Spruce Up Your Home

Oct 12, 2022

Do you want to give your home a facelift but don't know where to start? Outdoor lighting is a great way to improve the look of your home without breaking the bank. There are many different types of outdoor lights available, so you can find the perfect option for your home. In this blog post, we will disc[...]

Renting vs Buying

Oct 10, 2022

When your current lease is about to end, it's common to wonder whether you should continue staying on rent or purchase a house of your own or look for rent to own home option. Well, while renting and buying have their own set of pros and cons, your personal situation is what determines which one is best [...]

Smart Home Upgrades for Energy Efficiency

Oct 9, 2022

In today’s digital age, there are ways to use technology in our homes to improve energy efficiency and help reduce our carbon footprint. These technologies can range from something small, such as a new energy star microwave, to something big, such as installing solar panels. There are benefits to transfo[...]

What Are Real Estate Brokers?

Oct 8, 2022

Whether you’re about to put your house up for sale or are ready to start looking for a new home, it’s inevitable that you’ll eventually come across the term “real estate broker.”Of course, most people are already familiar with the title, even if they’re not 100% sure what it is that real estate brokers d[...]

How to Get Preapproved for a Mortgage on a Home

Oct 7, 2022

Buying a home can often be a complicated process, which is why it’s so important that you plan ahead as much as possible.One of the best ways to do this is by getting preapproved for a mortgage before you find the home of your dreams. That way, you already know what you can afford to offer, and you don’t[...]

How to Buy a House with Crypto

Oct 5, 2022

Today, more than one-third of small businesses accept crypto payments. As crypto adoption grows, more and more consumers are expected to accept crypto for various products, services and assets - such as real estate. Fintech platforms such as BitPay, Coinbase and Paybis are making it easier to transfer[...]

6 Tips for Making a Smart Commercial Property Purchase

Oct 3, 2022

Are you in the market for a new commercial property? If so, it is important to ensure that you make smart decisions throughout the process. There are many things to consider when buying commercial property, and if you aren't careful, you could end up with a money pit on your hands. In this blog post, we[...]

What is the Cost to Refinish Hardwood Floors?

Oct 2, 2022

Every home is different, but one thing every house has in common – whether it’s a three-bedroom craftsman, a sprawling ranch or a small condo – is flooring.Of course, floors don’t always get a lot of credit when people are considering their favorite styles of architecture, but there’s no escaping that th[...]

15 Easy Hacks to Decorate Your Student Dorm Room

Sep 29, 2022

Dorm rooms are notoriously small and boring. But with a little touch of creativity, any student dorm room can be transformed into a cozy and stylish space.Perhaps the only concern is that a significant percentage of students don't have much money to spend on decor. Many students have the unique challenge[...]

Is Real Estate Difficult?

Sep 29, 2022

Written by a 10 year veteran, Co-Founder of SimpleShowing Real Estate, who has sold over 700 homes.Residential real estate can be a very lucrative and rewarding career. The most valuable aspect of being a Realtor is the relationships you will build. Agents have a unique opportunity to meet people from al[...]

Types of Cash Home Buyers

Sep 27, 2022

With interest rates on the rise and the housing market slowing down, homeowners are beginning to turn to cash investors as an alternative to listing their home on the MLS with a real estate brokerage. Companies buying houses for cash operate in most major US cities and might be a good fit, depending on t[...]

What are the Richest Cities in Florida?

Sep 24, 2022

Florida is home to some of the wealthiest people and cities in the US. Florida is already one of the 3 largest states by population and migration data from 2022 suggests it will continue to expand as it citizens from neighboring states continue to flow in. While the average home price in Florida is just [...]

What are the Most Conservative States?

Sep 24, 2022

Politics plays a big role in our lives these days. More and more, there are individuals questioning the degree in which the Government is involved in their lives. Whether it's income taxes, social causes, public education or healthcare. Most Republicans and even many Democrat voters are seeking less Gove[...]