Common Issues With Older Homes Are you considering buying an old house? Buying an old home may allow you to live in a stylish, affordable piece of history. Unfortunately, it can also bring many issues you may not be prepared for. What seems like a great deal initially may cost way more than you bargained […]
Sell a Condo vs. House: What’s The Difference?
How Does Selling a Condo Differ From a House? Did you know that selling a condo can differ from selling a house? While condos and single-family homes may have a lot of similarities, there are fundamental differences that you must account for when selling each type of property. Selling a condo vs. selling a single-family […]
Delayed Showings With Extended Offer Deadline is a Powerful Home Selling Tool
What to Know About Deferred Real Estate Showings Selling a home requires applying the best strategy for any given situation. One tool that real estate agents, including myself, find incredibly effective are deferred showings. Deferred showings are a sales strategy where the home is listed in the multiple listing service (MLS) without offering showings of […]
Understanding What TRID in Real Estate Means
Understanding The Basics of TRID Have you heard of TRID and what it means to buy a home? TRID in real estate is something many are unfamiliar with. Unless you work as a loan officer, chances are you are unfamiliar with the documents used when taking out a mortgage. TRID stands for TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures. […]
Pricing a House Too High Has Risks
The Problem With a Home Priced Too High Are you wondering what the risks are of pricing your home too high? A house priced too high can be the kiss of death. One part art, one part science, determining your home’s asking price is no easy task. You want your home to move, but you […]
Top Home Seller Mistakes When Selecting A Realtor
Common Mistakes In Choosing A Real Estate Agent You have come to that time when you will pack your bags and look for your next housing gig. Part of this process will be picking a great Real Estate agent to work with. Unfortunately, choosing the right Realtor is an area where many home sellers make […]
Sell a House Without a Realtor: How to Do it
Selling Your Home By Owner Without a Realtor Are you interested in selling your house without a Realtor? If you are one of the rare few who have the time and energy required to sell your home, you will undoubtedly want to do your homework before you begin trying to sell by owner. Figuring out […]
When Buying a House What is a Good Credit Score and How to Get One
Get a Good Credit Score When Buying a Home Are you wondering what a good credit score for buying a house is? A healthy credit score is a vital factor when buying a house. A good credit score can mean the difference between getting the most favorable interest rate and terms from a mortgage lender. […]
Low Down Payment Mortgage Doesn’t Mean The Buyer is Not Qualified
Low Down Payment Mortgages Work For Many Home Buyers Are you considering buying a house with a low down payment? For most potential home buyers getting a low down payment mortgage is no issue. Even with lending standards tightening up following the financial crisis, several no-down payments and low-down-payment loan options exist for qualified buyers. […]
Check Your Credit Scores Before Getting a Mortgage
Understanding Your Credit Scores When Buying a House Checking your credit score in advance of buying a house is essential. Have you checked your credit score recently? If not, you should. When it comes time to buy a house, you will be looking for a mortgage if you are like most people. Getting a loan […]