How Much Home Can I Afford?

How Much Home Can I Afford?

Most homebuyers have an idea of the kind of house they’re looking for. Maybe you’d love a three-bedroom ranch, or perhaps you have your heart set on a quaint Victorian. Deciding what kind of house you want to buy is a lot more fun than considering how far...
Cheap Oil. Cheap Gas. Cheap Mortgage Rates?

Cheap Oil. Cheap Gas. Cheap Mortgage Rates?

Even if you don’t follow the daily fluctuations in the price of a barrel of oil, it’s hard to miss the drop in gas prices. A year ago, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gas in Maryland was $2.25. Now, it’s about $1.75 a gallon....
Buying the perfect home for today–and tomorrow

Buying the perfect home for today–and tomorrow

Buying a new home is exciting. There are so many houses to look at, and so many factors to consider while you’re weighing your decision. At Loeffler Realty, we recommend that you consider whether it’s the perfect house for today, as well as for tomorrow....
How to choose a home inspector

How to choose a home inspector

You may have heard that buyers should have a home inspection before they purchase a home. If you’re not familiar with home inspectors and what they do, it may be tempting to skip the expense and hope for the best. But avoiding the inspection can turn out to be a...