Buying, General - All, General Real Estate Info, Selling
So, you’ve got an offer on your house from a qualified buyer and you’re ready to call the movers. Before you pick up the phone, remember that a few hurdles still have to be overcome before settlement day – in particular, the home appraisal. Here are a few tips to get...
General - All, General Real Estate Info, Selling
The real estate agent’s role is to smooth the home sale process, from setting the price to closing the deal. Before you hire an agent, interview several to determine their suitability for your transaction. There are specific questions to ask real estate agents when...
Buying, General - All, General Real Estate Info, Selling
Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting a home, a Realtor is your partner in the process. Realtors are local experts who can help you find the right home, negotiate price and terms, and navigate the reports and contracts to close the deal. These are all strong...
General - All, General Real Estate Info, Selling
What can you expect after listing a house? Selling a house can be a lot like remodeling. It takes longer, costs more and is more emotionally draining than you thought it would be. However, in the end it was worth doing. Unless you’re the rare home owner who gets...
General - All, Home Improvement & DIY, Selling
You’re staging a home for sale, and the house is immaculate and welcoming. But what about the garage? Don’t use that space as a dumping ground for all your clutter: Curb appeal should extend all the way up the driveway and into the garage. So why worry about staging a...
Buying, General - All, General Real Estate Info, Selling
When you are making the biggest purchase of your life, it helps to have a trusted professional on your side. A Realtor is more than a real estate agent. Realtors have training in ethics for both their dealings with the public and with the real estate community. The...