When buying or selling a property, you might encounter terms like "surveyor’s certificate" and "title insurance." These two components play an essential role in property transactions, yet they serve different purposes. Here’s a breakdown of what they mean, how they work, and why they matter.

When you’re preparing to purchase a home, one of the key questions you’ll encounter is: How far in advance should I expect my possession date to be?

In real estate, the words worth and value are often used interchangeably — by clients, realtors, and nearly everyone involved. For years, I did the same, until I came across a quote that changed the way I viewed the two words:

There’s a saying I once heard: Time isn’t money, time is life. And that resonates deeply with me. One of the most valuable benefits of working with a realtor is how much time it saves you.

One common question about real estate transactions is: Why do realtors get paid so much for what seems like so little work? It’s a fair question, and even as a seasoned realtor, I can admit it’s something I struggled with when I first entered the industry.

At Prisma, we’ve built a different kind of real estate brokerage, focused on providing a more intentional and personalized service. Rather than trying to handle a high volume of clients, we keep our brokerage small by design.

When it comes to buying a home, there’s one crucial step that many prospective buyers overlook: getting pre-approved for a mortgage. While it’s not a mandatory requirement before you start viewing properties, securing pre-approval early on can save you a lot of time, stress, and potential disappointment later in the process.