Your home may be in good condition and well built, yet simple clutter will create a perception of chaos, confusion, and disorder. The purchase decision is an emotional and intellectual response, based on a level of trust in your home. When buyers see clutter, they assume that the home has been neglected, with more to …
Traditionally, spring is the season when the housing market picks up. An increase in the number of buyers, helping boost the number of sales agree, points to a much stronger market in the coming months. City bonuses have ignited the housing market in London. Big houses are selling fast, often going to sealed bids. In …
A few words about self-proclaimed experts on Realtors and pricing your home, especially those self-proclaimed experts who aren’t Realtors or haven’t read the studies. Generally, in my readings, I find two diametrically opposed ‘expert’ opinions on how Realtors price your home. Both can’t be right because they contradict each other. And as a Realtor, I …
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Market Differences Aside from the obvious, there are two major differences between traditional real estate ownership and resort vacation ownership. First, traditional real estate is a necessity item and vacation ownership is a luxury item. Second, in traditional real estate, the consumer seeks the product, and in timesharing, the consumer is enticed to the product. …
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The term bank foreclosure is one which may seem mysterious to many individuals, especially if they have never experienced one and/or are unfamiliar with real estate terms. Bank foreclosures occur when a current homeowner can no longer pay their mortgage, is deemed to be in default and the bank repossesses the home. There are certain …
When Home Inspection is required? As a home buyer/seller or real estate professional, you have the right to know exactly what a typical real estate inspection is. The following information should give you a better understanding of exactly what your inspector should or shouldn’t do for you during the course of a home inspection. A …
Do you have a mortgage with high interest rates, sizable monthly payments, and little cash to take care of bills and credit card debt? If so, you may consider the option of refinancing your home. Refinancing involves ending your current loan agreement with your lender and getting an entirely new mortgage. One benefit of taking …
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You should be on the look out for any major problems which may cause you significant problems and money later on down the line! It’s a good idea to do your homework when you’re looking to purchase an existing home or any home you may be considering. You want to know what you should be …
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Buying a home is one of the greatest investments you will ever make. The best — and least stressful — way to purchase a home is to be well educated throughout the process. Before you even start looking for a house to buy, you need to review your financial situation. This will let you know …