Working with a realtor can help you cut down the time it takes to buy or sell a home. In addition to helping you with the legalities of buying and selling real estate, receiving realtor advice is part of the service. Whether you’ve worked with your realtor in the past or this is your first...
Realtors and Real Estate
Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home or property, you’re likely to have questions about the process. Check out our repository of articles for advice on buying and selling houses, townhouses, and condos. You’ll also find plenty of tips for home stagings and home inspections, as well as info to help you find the right Realtor or buying agent.
The terms “staging houses” have become a popular part of real estate lingo. The expression, staging houses, refers to the idea of setting up a house a certain way just to make it more attractive to home buyers. Staging houses involves fixing minor details, getting rid of clutter and family photos, and choosing furniture and...
Home seller fees for the most part go to your housing inspection. Not only do you have to pay somebody to check out the nuts and bolts of your home, you also may need to hire an environmental expert to check the mold and asbestos levels in your house. Some inspectors do both; others do...
Whether you’re buying or selling a house, finding a realtor you’re comfortable working with is not always a fast process. The knowledge, personality and tenacity of the real estate professional you select can ultimately decide whether you get a deal you can live with or a deal you love. Choosing the realtor with the most...
Purchasing a new condominium is a game of suiting your needs while making a purchase that will hold value. The more you know about your condo complex’s history and reputation, the better off you will be. Uniqueness and location are always a plus, as are safety, amenities and proper construction and upkeep. Find one with...
A buyers agent works with a potential home buyer, helping the home buyer to find a property. Once the buyer has found a property, the buyers agent helps the home buyer to determine what offer to make. The agent finally helps the buyer through the closing process, ensuring the inspection and mortgage closing all go...
The Inspector: Your home inspection cost often will depend on the market and the expertise of the inspector. For example, an inspector who has been in business for decades, has good word of mouth and certifications from national organizations will cost more than a beginner with few credentials. A good way to know an inspector’s...
Knowing the basics of how to sell your house can help you smoothly navigate the real estate process. Every transaction brings its own set of nuances to make it different from every other home sale, but in general, the steps remain the same. Once you learn the common tasks you’ll face, you’re ready to start...
Whether you’re buying or selling your home, using a realtor has the potential to save you time and money in the process. If this is your first time to use the services of a real estate agency, you may feel unsure of how to know you’re working with the right person. While your gut may...
Most real estate buyers but their home using a mortgage, and as such work with a bank or other mortgage lender. In almost every situation, the bank will require a home buyer inspection, which the home buyer is obligated to pay for as part of his closing costs and the mortgage process. Why, though, is...