Monthly Archives: April 2019

You’ve finally found a home that you love and want to purchase. There’s only one problem. You still have a few months left on your lease agreement. Currently having a lease for your rental property can seem like a big problem when buying a home, but don’t worry just yet! Sometimes landlords or leasing companies are open to negotiating a solution that benefits both parties. Before giving up on your dream home, here are a few tips that can help you break a lease.

Review The Terms of Your Contract

The first thing you should do is review your rental agreement to see what the terms are for contract cancelation. Your lease may give you conditions for paying the remainder of the lease or other penalties for breaking your lease early. Have a clear understanding of terms before making an appointment to negotiate with your landlord or leasing agent.

Discussing A Solution

Schedule a meeting with your landlord or leasing agent to talk about your lease agreement. Some landlords or property management companies will cut you a break if they know the details of your situation. Explain that you’ve found a home that you want to purchase, and you’re willing to come up with a mutually beneficial agreement. You could ask to pay a portion of the lease termination penalty, or you could suggest breaking the lease termination penalty into smaller payments that could be paid over a certain amount of time.

Find A New Tenant

If a mutual agreement cannot be met or the lease termination fee is greater than you can afford, look for a new tenant to take over the lease. Lease termination penalties are usually in place to discourage you from leaving and to cover the landlord from […]

Spring is here and so is spring cleaning time! If you’re thinking of selling your home this spring, it’s a good idea to start cleaning and preparing for an open house. Even if you’re not selling your home anytime soon, we’ve put together a list of the best spring cleaning tips.

Make a Schedule and Stick to it!

Creating a schedule and alloting dates and times will help you strategically tackle each room. Start with the rooms you’ve been putting off or need the most work. Determining certain areas of your home you want to clean up will help keep you motivated and focused.

Get Rid of Things You Don’t Use

If your home is on the market and you will be hosting an open house or tours in the coming weeks, start by decluttering. A cluttered home is unattractive to buyers and doesn’t allow them to envision the space with their belongings in it. Even if you’re not moving, take some time to declutter and get rid of things that have piled up over the years. Set aside some time to organize closets, organize your office, or go through your pantry to get rid of expired items. Being organized and knowing where things are will lower your stress level and freshen up your home.

Don’t Forget About the Windows and Walls

It’s easy to think of floors and counters getting wiped down, but spring cleaning is a great time to pay special attention to windows and walls. Wipe down window sills and blinds to clean off the dust that has accumulated over the winter.

Don’t Forget Your Air Filter!

Replacing furnace and HVAC filters is one of the most important and overlooked parts of spring cleaning. With spring […]