Home Buyer’s trying to get an offer accepted in a seller’s market are looking for a way to stand out and are often times encouraged to write a personal letter to set them apart from other buyers. Sometimes this is the right move and sometimes, maybe not. Before I tell my buyers to […]
Home Improvements you should never do to sell a home
What home improvements really pay off when the time comes to sell your house? That’s an important question for any homeowner contemplating moving or remodeling. And the only possible answer is a somewhat complicated one. That answer starts with the fact that really major improvements – room additions, total replacements of kitchens and baths, etc. […]
How to prepare your home for sale
One of the great challenges to selling a home can be showing all of its space, decor and natural light potential. For example, every home has crowded closets and dead space. Sellers should be aware that areas such as these are easy to spruce-up with a little elbow grease and old-fashioned innovation. Begin by evaluating […]
Why you should have representation when buying a home
For most of us, buying a home is the biggest single investment we’re likely to make – and we’re only likely to do it maybe once or twice in a lifetime. The process is, by nature, filled with checks and balances – and many complex details. Traditionally, agents were legally obligated to protect the interests […]
What you must know before you buy that house
The homebuying process is one of discovery. Throughout, you will receive crucial information on the condition of the property – from its physical attributes to the condition of its title. Piece by piece, you will learn what you need to know to make an informed purchase. Following is an explanation of the most significant parts […]
7 Key Areas of Focus When Preparing to Sell Your Home
Fully preparing your home for sale can make considerable difference in the time it takes to sell it. You can help eliminate buyer objections before they arise by making necessary repairs and improvements, some of which are suggested below. Outdoors Spruce up gardens and lawn; trim shrubbery and replace dead plants. Yard and patio should […]
What is TRID and What Does it Mean for Home Buyers and Sellers?
What is TRID? TRID: (TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure or the Truth in Lending Act and the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act Integrated Disclosure) is not only a mouthful but more importantly, a new law that went into effect on October 3, 2015. The purpose of this law is to better inform a borrower about the costs […]
