Shane Zimmerman - Associate Broker

05/20/2026

Knowledge about the basics of your home helps you care for it. Here’s what you need to know about the part of your home that provides the most shelter: your roof.

A roof provides one of humanity’s most basic needs: shelter. Here’s a quick primer on roof structure, styles, and materials.

05/18/2026

Letting your home’s buyer take early possession of your house carries significant risks. Here’s what you should know to protect yourself.

Sometimes in a home sale, the buyer asks to take possession of the property before closing. Here's what you need to know to protect your interests.

05/16/2026

WHITE-OUT! How long would this look last in your home?

05/15/2026

Some say the day they got an in-ground pool was the happiest of their life. Some say the day they got rid of it was. If you’d like to be in the latter camp, here’s what you need to know.

It’s possible to fill in or even remove an in-ground pool, and you may have good reasons for doing so. Here’s what you need to know.

05/13/2026

The most important person in your mortgage loan process is the underwriter. Who is this powerful person behind the curtain, and how do underwriters make their decisions?

The mortgage underwriter is a risk analyst, assessing your ability to repay the a home loan. How do underwriters decide whether applicants will get a loan?

05/11/2026

If you purchase real estate in the U.S. from a foreign person, corporation or partnership, you likely will be required to withhold income taxes on the transaction. That’s because of the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act, or FIRPTA. Here’s what you need to know.

If you buy property in the US from a foreign owner, the IRS will likely require you to withhold sales proceeds to cover taxes the seller owes under FIRPTA.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful moms out there! https://www.houseopedia.com/celebrating-mom-on-mothers-day

05/09/2026

Modern decor in a historic home. Are you a fan or critic?

05/08/2026

Water invading your house where it shouldn’t can cause serious damage. Here are preventative steps you can take to keep you home high and dry.

If you live in an area prone to heavy rainfall, taking proactive steps to prevent flooding in your home can save you lots of money and frustration.

05/06/2026

Applying for a mortgage can be intimidating. Let’s get answers to some of the most common questions borrowers have.

Getting your first home mortgage can be intimidating. Let’s eliminate fear of the unknown by answering some common questions.

05/05/2026

Wishing a colorful, fun, and festive Cinco de Mayo to all my amigos! https://s3.amazonaws.com/gosnapshot.com-snapshot/post_9aaf6f48-8e58-48d6-9d8e-276add2b3770