Category Archives: Buying a Home

Are you ready to retire? Many people decide to move when they reach retirement age. Some need a change of environment for health reasons. Others may have always wanted to live in a certain city or state, but haven’t been able to move due to employment. Now that they’re retired, there may be very little holding them back. If you’re a member of the LGBT community, you may want to retire to a place that’s much more welcoming and open. You may be ready to live somewhere with other like-minded […]

If you’re in a same-sex relationship, but aren’t married, you probably assume that you should rent a house or apartment together. Many couples, regardless of their sexual orientation, do this because they don’t want to be tied to a mortgage together if they decide to split up. While same-sex marriage is legal now, some couples either don’t want to get married or are not ready to take that step. However, because interest rates on mortgages hit record lows in 2016 and are still quite reasonable, many people see it as […]

Thinking about moving to Nevada? If you work with a gay or lesbian real estate agent, they can suggest many amazing neighborhoods in this state. Of course, some parts of Nevada are more welcoming than others. While you might expect cities like Las Vegas to be home to many LGBT people, you might be surprised at some of the other cities that are on this list. Las Vegas Of course, Las Vegas does top the list of friendly homes for LGBT individuals and families. There are many gay and lesbian […]

While many people don’t realize it, Maine is one of the most progressive states in the country. A same-sex marriage bill was actually passed in 1997, and while it wasn’t legal for long, same-sex marriage did become legal permanently in 2012. There are a number of great places to live in Maine, so if you want to move to New England, here are some of the most welcoming cities in the state. Augusta Let’s start with the capital of Maine. While it is the capital, it’s also a fairly small […]

Thinking of making the move to Louisiana? While the state may not always be known as the most LGBT-friendly, there are a number of cities in Louisiana that are perfect for gay and lesbian individuals and families. You can work with an LGBT real estate professional to find a home in any of these great cities. New Orleans The most famous city in the state, New Orleans is home to Mardi Gras, the French Quarter, and a unique blend of cultures. It’s perhaps the best place in Louisiana for LGBT […]

Many people quote the Fair Housing Act when they believe they are being discriminated against by a landlord or seller. However, while this act does provide some protections to the LGBT community, those protections are not as widespread as the protection the act provides to those of differing race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, and familial status. However, the act does stop discrimination if it’s based on non-conformity. This means if the seller won’t accept your offer because they believe you’re acting in a way that doesn’t conform to […]

Boystown is a part of Lakeview, a community area located in Chicago. It’s situated on the north side of the city and sits on the shores of Lake Michigan. Lakeview is split into several different sub-neighborhoods, including Lakeview East, where Boystown can be found. This part of Lakeview is incredibly famous in the LGBT community. Most people would think that the Castro part of San Francisco or a neighborhood in New York was the first gay village, but Boystown was around before any of them. Why Chicago? When told about […]

Selling your home is a lot of work, especially if you’re still living in the property while it’s being shown to potential buyers. Selling a fire-damaged house in Spokane adds an additional layer of complexity to the process. It involves assessing the extent of the damage, considering repair options, and navigating legal obligations related to disclosing fire damage, requiring careful attention to detail. If this goes on for more than a few weeks, it’s going to get stressful. You have to make sure your house is always ready to be […]

Moving to a new place through the help of a reputable services like Edmonton Moving Companies with your same-sex partner after purchasing your first home is exciting. You’ve worked with a gay or lesbian real estate agent to find the perfect place to live, and now you’re ready to build your lives together in a house you own. If you haven’t lived together, though, you may be in for a few surprises. Of course, straight couples go through this, too, but with a same-sex partner, there are a few different […]

When you’re considering a new neighborhood to move to, one thing you might look for is an LGBT community center. These centers often form the heart of the LGBT neighborhood and offer a wide variety of services to those in the city. However, there are some LGBT people who don’t really know what these centers have to offer. While each community center has its own unique programs that your gay or lesbian real estate professional may know more about, most do offer many of the same basic services. Here are […]