Archive for the ‘Home Buying Tips’ Category

Home Buyers Tip | Tip When Writing An Offer

Thursday, March 14th, 2013

When you are negotiating the offer with the seller remember that you may need a “little room to move” further along in escrow. Sometimes a buyer insists on writing every last penny out of the sellers when negotiating the purchase agreement. This can sometimes cause the seller to be much less likely to compromise during inspections,…Read More »

Buying And Selling At The Same Time

Friday, March 8th, 2013

Unless you are a first time buyer or seller, there are likely two sides to your real estate experience. If you’re selling, you may be looking for something to buy and if you’re buying you probably have something to sell. Timing is everything! The following tips will help you along your process: Are you in…Read More »

Home Buyers Tip | 2013 Is The Time To Buy

Thursday, March 7th, 2013

If you are waiting on the sidelines, it is time to buy. The bottom in the market has passed and real estate is expected to appreciate in 2013. Interest rates are low. If you are a good buyer, get qualified and get ready to go. Your Realtor will help you determine what is important to…Read More »

Go Green In The Bathroom

Friday, March 1st, 2013

60% of a home’s water consumption takes place in the bathroom, according to the California Urban Water Conservation Council. 8 ways to save water without spending a dime: Turn the water off while brushing your teeth. Fill a milk jug with stones and place in your toilet tank to displace water. Dig up an egg…Read More »

Home Buyers Tip | Finding a Lender

Thursday, January 31st, 2013

Buyer went and arranged financing with a lender that was very difficult to work with after I suggested a couple of other lender options. Then the buyer got frustrated with me when the process bogged down. Things would have been much better for the buyer with a lender that was good to work with. There…Read More »

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Friday, January 25th, 2013

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Home Buyers Tip | Home Inspection Important

Thursday, January 24th, 2013

Home buyers want a home that is comfortable and safe; however, they must remember that if they are buying a “pre-owned” home, there may be items that they will need to take care of themselves after closing.  A general home inspection is done within the first 10 days of an offer being accepted and it…Read More »

Should you talk to a mortgage professional before house hunting?

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013

Absolutely! Even if you haven’t so much as picked out houses to visit yet, it’s important to see your mortgage professional first. Why? What can we do for you if you haven’t negotiated a price, and don’t know how much you want to borrow? When we pre-qualify you, we help you determine how much of…Read More »

Winter Home Maintenance Checklist

Monday, January 14th, 2013

A key to protecting the investment you’ve made in your home is by following a regular maintenance schedule. By performing preventative maintenance on an on-going basis, you’ll avoid many of the big ticket repair items that can lower the value of your home. Here are helpful checklists for monthly and winter maintenance. Monthly Test your smoke…Read More »

Your Credit Score Impact on Home Buying Ability

Monday, January 7th, 2013

A credit score is a numerical expression based on a statistical analysis of a person’s credit files, to represent the creditworthiness of that person. A credit score is primarily based on credit report information, typically sourced from credit bureaus. This number helps lenders and others predict how likely you are to make your credit payments…Read More »