Why Home Buyers Shouldn’t Waive Property Inspections
Sometimes, in a hot sellers' real estate market, buyers will agree to waive inspections. It's one way to avoid losing out on a home when there's a lot of competition. But it's…
Practical Advice For Homebuyers
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Jul
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Jun
2017
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Tips to Avoid Last-Minute Home Price Negotiations
It's been months of searching. At last, you've finally found your dream home, and you've come to terms with the seller. But you're not home yet, as there can still be another round…
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Jun
2017
2017
The Pros and Cons of Buying a Starter Home
It was typical for baby boomers, when they were young, to buy a modest, small “starter home.” As their families grew and careers advanced, they moved into bigger, better homes. Today, many people struggle to…
02
Jun
2017
2017
What Buyers and Sellers Pay in Closing Costs
If you’re new to real estate or haven’t bought or sold in a while, here’s what you need to know about what buyers and sellers pay in closing costs. Buyers have more costs In…
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May
2017
2017
How to Make Your Real Estate Agent’s Job Harder
Some buyers take years to complete a purchase. They need lots of hand-holding. And, since they're not paying for their real estate agent's time, they make tons of requests. Here's how to…
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May
2017
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Top 5 Open House Tips for Buyers
The average home buyer attends three open houses, according to the Zillow Group Consumer Housing Trends Report. Seventy-one percent of buyers go to at least open house. And first-time buyers are even more likely…
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May
2017
2017
How to Buy a For Sale by Owner Home
From time to time, you might encounter a home listed 'For Sale by Owner' (FSBO). And while you might assume that an FSBO home without real estate agents involved would simplify the buying process,…
02
May
2017
2017
What Buyers Must Know About Preliminary Title Reports
Among the dozens of records about a property, the title report is one of the most important. It documents ownership, vesting, and detail regarding anything recorded against the home such as liens, encroachments, or…
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Apr
2017
2017
How to Research a Home on the Internet
Today, nearly every home search starts on the internet. And when you find a home you want, it’s incredible how much background information you can find online. Here's how to research a home on…
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Mar
2017
2017
Home Inspection Tips for Buyers
The property inspection is one of the most important parts of the home purchase process. Here are five home inspection tips for buyers. 1. Review the disclosures During an inspection, the buyer is there to…
