Successful Real Estate Agents do not work static nine-to-five hours or set 40-hour workweeks. One of the things that appeals to me most about being a real estate broker is not selling my time. Meaning, not working set hours for wages. Being a professional real estate agent is about productivity, not the amount of time spent on that production. When helping a client sell their home, the only time they...
Understanding general terminology is often helpful in understanding the process and when it comes to real estate transactions, can save a significant amount of time and money. Amendments A change—either to alter, add to, or correct—part of an agreement without changing the principal idea or essence. Appraisal An estimate of value of property resulting from analysis of facts about the property; an...
Real Estate is one of, if not the, most expensive purchases most people make. Understanding certain terms can help you in the process with confidence in negotiations and will also make the transaction smoother. Addendum - Something added. A list or other material added to a document, letter, contractual agreement, escrow instructions, etc. (See also: Amendment) Amendment - A change, either to...
Home Seller’s Checklist Click here for a printable checklist ⇒ How's your Curb Appeal? Power wash or paint the front door and anywhere else that needs it. Remove Clutter - Have a yard sale if needed and haul away what's leftover. Repair visible damage (broken windows, hanging gutters, etc.) Tidy up your landscaping and remove any eye-sores. Sweep the front steps and entryway. Be aware of...
How to Prepare Your Home for Sale Home Seller’s Checklist: Decisions are made. Research is done. Agent is hired. What next? As you prepare to begin showing your home to prospective buyers, you might consider taking some of the steps listed here. Potential buyers welcome a home that is clean, neat, uncluttered, in good repair, light and quiet. Buyers want to fulfill a wish list, not a to-do list....
How much can my home sell for? There are many websites that have estimated values but, the main issue with those values is they are a blanket estimate of prices and don't take in many features that can increase value like views and/or upgrades. They also usually don't factor in the neighborhood either. A nicer community that is only a mile or so from a lesser/older community can be lumped together in the...
We saw a home for sale that we’re interested in buying. Where do we start? This is definitely the most common question. Often first-time homebuyers find a home they are interested in buying and contact us. That's great and we truly appreciate them doing so but we would actually be step two. Step one is to contact a lender and see what type of mortgage you qualify for and for how much. Do we have to...
