I’m sure you have been keeping up with the news in reference to the Real Estate Market in the US. Here in Jefferson County, it is finally a Buyers Market and I don’t see that changing for at least another 18 months. The home values when down in 2007 and in 2008 [...]
Contact a lender before your viewing of homes for sale and get pre-approved. You need to determine your loan eligibilty and need to know how much you can invest in your purchase. This will help you and your Realtor with the search for the perfect home, in your price range.
When you find the [...]
Leave the Selling to the Professional
Buyers Often feel uncomfortable in the presence of a homeowner, so:
* Try not to be present during inspections.
* If you are home, never apologize for the appearance of your home.
* Only your Certified Residential Specialist should discuss any objections and subjects like price, terms, possession and other factors [...]
ARMs (Adjustable Rate Mortgages): Most of the troubles in the current mortgage market are the result of adjustable-rate mortgages, which often feature very low introductory interest rates. Once the rate adjusts after 2 to 3 years, many homeowners can’t meet their monthly payments.
Nearly 2 million homeowners have ARMs that will adjust higher by [...]
This weeks Hint will be on keeping the disturbances down: Potential homebuyers have a lot to take in, so minimize distractions.
1. Pipe in classical, jazz or soft rock music, but keep the volume low.
2. If possible, turn off the ringer on your phone during showings.
3. Keep cats, dogs, litter boxes and [...]
Due to the slew of investors and flippers driving up our real estate values in 2005, the Market has corrected itself in our area. Now in 2006 and 2007 the investors are gone. Home values are not soaring out the roof. I have seen some property reductions and creative purchases in [...]
Here are some suggestions that makes a listing more attractive to potential buyers:
*Place a big pot of yellow marigolds in the foyer - Yellow makes people feel comfortable.
*Give the trim around the front door a fresh coat of paint, covering up fingerprints and dings.
*Hang a small flag that says “Welcome”.
*Dribble a few drops [...]
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