Drawbacks of Renting a House

Thinking about renting a home? Consider the drawbacks of renting.For some, renting is the best option based on their current situation. But if you're ready to make the leap to homeownership, here are a few reasons why renting may not be the best long-term choice.   1. Lack of financial incentives -

What is an Earnest Money Deposit?

What is an Earnest Money Deposit? An Earnest Money Deposit is a sum of money that a homebuyer puts down to show they’re serious about purchasing a property. Think of it as a “good faith” gesture: you’re telling the seller, “I’m committed to this deal.” The deposit is typically held in escrow (by a t

Why I’m on a Mission to Help Black Families Build Wealth Through Real Estate in Maryland

By Leisel L. Taylor, Team Leader - TaylorMade Team When I talk about real estate, I’m not just speaking as a Realtor. I’m speaking as a Caribbean woman, a wife, a mother, and someone whose life has been radically changed by the power of ​home ownership. I was born and raised in Trinidad, and I moved