If you are new to the home buying process then there are likely a number of terms and phrases that you have started to learn. One of the phrases that can sometimes cause confusion and anxiety for home buyers (and sellers) is the home appraisal. You may want to know exactly what a home appraisal…
There are a variety of reasons people sell their homes. You may be moving on to a larger place to accommodate your growing family or downsizing. People sell for job changes, to move closer to family, to get into a better school district, and for a whole host of other reasons. No matter your reasons…
The home buying process can be intimidating. There are a lot of things to consider before you ever go and look at the first potential property. One big question home buyers often have is when to start talking to a realtor. Some people know they are going to buy a home a year in advance…
All licensed real estate agents have some sort of governing body that they have to work within. However, the governing bodies can vary across areas making it difficult to truly understand what the agent’s responsibilities are to their clients. It is a different story when you decide to work with a realtor. Realtors are licensed…
The goals of most home sellers are to sell quickly and get maximum profit. If these are your goals, then you are probably trying to figure out if using a realtor is the best way to accomplish them. The reality is that listing with a realtor has some real advantages over trying to sell on…
Many home sellers have an internal debate about the pros and cons of listing for sale by owner vs. listing with a realtor. In order to have a realtor list and market your home you have to pay a commission that is negotiated at the time of listing. It can be tempting to try and…
If you have started the process of finding a realtor to list your house then you know that there is an abundance of real estate professionals in your area. So, the question is, how do you find the best realtor for your situation? In order to get your house sold in a timely manner for…
Using a realtor to sell a house makes sense to a lot of people. An agent can help you price your house properly-so it sells quickly for top dollar-and use the resources at their disposal to market your home effectively. But, if you only want to buy and do not have a property to sell,…
A high quality realtor can make all the difference when it comes to selling your home. The process of pricing, marketing, and negotiating a home sale on your own can be intimidating at best and terrifying at worse. When you choose to list with a realtor they will help you get your home on the…
If you are planning on selling your home or purchasing a property in the near future then it is a good time to learn more about what it entails to hire a real estate agent. There are plenty of stereotypes out there about real estate agents that make tons of money at the expense of…