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If you are thinking of selling your home, a pre-inspection, or home seller's inspection, may be one way to get ahead of the home buyer's inspection and give a seller a better understanding of the condition of their home. What is a Pre-Inspection? A pre-listing inspection is done by a home seller prior to listing their home. Its primary focus is to reveal any potential problems and make a seller aware of...

A real estate transaction involves a lot of different players, including appraisers, inspectors, contractors, bankers, mortgage lenders, closing attorneys, as well as prospective buyers and sellers. But, the people who coordinate the process - the real estate agents and brokers, are the people who can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and successfult transaction. At different times...

Not all agents work the same way. The most important attribute of an agent is that he/she is well connected to the real estate industry. He/she should know the market and provide information on past sales, current listings, his or her marketing plan, and at least 4 solid references. In addition, you also want to look for an agent that is honest, assertive, and one that best understands your needs. Try to...

Making an offer in today's market isn't easy. Homes are selling quick and above asking price. To get your offer accepted when you find THE ONE, buyers are having to get creative to make their offer stand out. Here are a few things to consider when making an offer: 1. Get pre-approved for a mortgage. This is a MUST in today's market! A pre-approval verifies you can afford a home and shows sellers you're...

As the spring housing market kicks off, you likely want to know what you can expect this season when it comes to buying or selling a house. While there are multiple factors causing some uncertainty, including the conflict overseas, rising inflation, and the first rate increase from the Federal Reserve in over three years — the housing market seems to be relatively immune. Here’s a look at...

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ll want to keep a pulse on what’s happening with mortgage rates. Rates have been climbing in recent months, especially since January of this year. And just a few weeks ago, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac approached 4% for the first time since May of 2019. But that climb has dropped slightly over the past few weeks (see...

You are ready to buy a house, and it seems every time you look at one, another REALTOR® calls. It is enough to make you want to do it on your own, and it is possible ,but  should you? Buying a home without a professional can be much more difficult, and here's why: You Won't Have As Much Market Knowledge. A good REALTOR® will listen to you and know what you need in a home and then go find...

 Step #1: Understand Your Home Value.  You’ve likely made a lot of memories in your home. With so many memories attached to the home, it can be easy to think it’s worth more than it actually is. A common mistake that homeowners make is overvaluing it. Your first step should be to determine what your home is actually worth. A local  REALTOR® can help you determine how to price your home. They’ll...

In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season. 1. Higher Prices With so many more buyers in the market than homes available for sale, homebuyers are frequently...

In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season. 1. Higher Prices With so many more buyers in the market than homes available for sale, homebuyers are frequently...