Archive for the ‘Home Buying Tips’ Category

How Much Can You Afford

Monday, July 15th, 2013

Now that you know what you’re looking for, the next step is figuring out how much of a home you can afford. A review of your income, savings, monthly expenses, and debt will be necessary. Early on in the process, you’ll want to get pre-qualified for a mortgage loan, which helps determine how much you…Read More »

Crunching The Numbers

Friday, July 12th, 2013

A CENTURY 21 ProLink Sales Professional can help you maximize your time by only considering homes that meet your budget requirements. To be in a strong position to negotiate with a seller, it’s best to be pre-approved for a mortgage. That means you have a written commitment from a lender for a specific mortgage amount. To a seller, that means you’re…Read More »

Mobile App Neighborhood Information Available

Sunday, July 7th, 2013

On the CENTURY 21 ProLink mobile app, you can explore school and area info about your new neighborhood.  To get our mobile app, text C21301720 to 87778 to download our mobile app TODAY!

Checklist Before You Buy

Friday, July 5th, 2013

Evaluate possible repairs/immediate improvements.  Ask the seller to work on repairing them or to incorporate it into your bidding. Hire an expert to do your own home inspections as well as attend them if possible. Know all of the vital systems that connect to the house (electrical, sewage, heating, air conditioning, garbage disposal, and water.) Investigate the ins and…Read More »

Home Buying Tip | Inspect Dryer and Dryer Duct

Thursday, July 4th, 2013

Did you know there are approximately 15,000 dryer fires every year in the U.S., and most of them occur because lint builds up in the dryer or the exhaust duct? A lint-clogged exhaust duct can also push warm, moist air into your wall cavities and attic, encouraging mold growth. Keep your dryer from working harder…Read More »

Home Buying Tips & Advice

Monday, July 1st, 2013

Buying a home is a significant and exciting decision. This section provides professional real estate advice and helpful home buying tips & advice. CENTURY 21 ProLink and our agents will be there every step of the way from getting pre-approved, to looking for the perfect home, presenting the offer to the seller and working through escrow period, and it doesn’t…Read More »

Home Buyers Tip | 5 Reasons People Buy A Home

Friday, June 28th, 2013

Why do People actually buy a home? The 5 reasons given in a survey for buying a home in order are: It means having a good place to raise children & provide them with a good education. You have a physical structure where you and your family feel safe It allows you to have more…Read More »

Listing Home Checklist

Tuesday, June 25th, 2013

Your CENTURY 21 ProLink agent may ask you for the following items when listing your home for sale.  So, they may be helpful to have ready ahead of time.  Here is our listing your home checklist: Prior year tax bill Survey Account numbers for mortgage A copy of the key to the front door Invoices for repairs or improvement…Read More »

Reduce Your Mortgage Payment

Friday, March 29th, 2013

CENTURY 21 Agents Are Here To Help!

Saturday, March 23rd, 2013

Buying a home can be stressful. A CENTURY 21 agent will be your greatest ally championing your issues and guiding you through the process. Our Sales Professionals will help with: Determining affordability. Identifying financing methods. Providing estimates for all costs that will be incurred such as local taxes, municipal services etc. Giving you insightful knowledge…Read More »