Why Buyers Should Go to Open Houses
Yes, you can look at homes on your smartphone or tablet just about anywhere today. But here's why buyers should go to open houses, too. 1. You can learn from listing agents…
Practical Advice For Homebuyers
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How to Break Up With a Real Estate Agent
Buying or selling a home rarely can take months, sometimes even longer. Along the way, you may find that your relationship with your real estate agent just isn’t working anymore. Here's how to break up with…
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5 Things Home Buyers Should Know About Closing Day
You've almost crossed the finishing line of your real estate transaction—otherwise known as closing day. What could possibly go wrong? Here are 5 things home buyers should know about closing day. 1. Your mortgage…
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How to Buy a Home in Winter
A generation ago, few people would willingly trek out into the winter snow/sleet/slush to shop for a home. In our always-on, instant-information era, though, today’s buyers shop and make deals throughout the year. Here's…
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What You Should Know About Homes ‘For Sale By Owner’
When someone sells their own home, does it simplify the process for buyers? Or does it make things more complicated? Here's what you should know about homes 'for sale by owner' or FSBO…
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Top 3 tips for homebuyers in the new year
At the beginning of each year a new set of buyers decides to put their hat into the ring and consider a real estate purchase. It happens as a result of a…
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Why you might want to reconsider buying a brand-new condo?
As anyone who’s shopped for a car probably knows, you’ll get a better value in the long run if you buy a slightly used auto than if you drive a brand-new model…
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Top 5 tips for buying a foreclosure or short sale in real estate
Nowadays, it's likely you'll come across a short sale or a foreclosure in your home search, no matter the price range. You may be lured by the low price or the terms…
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The changing face of home loans: mortgage broker or direct lender?
When it came to financing a home, it used to be that about 70% of the loans were done through mortgage brokers, as opposed to banks directly. Now, the tables have turned.…
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Why you should ask your agent to be proactive during the appraisal process
If you’re a homebuyer or you’re looking to refinance, you should be aware of yet another potential stumbling block to getting financing. Obtaining an appraisal that accurately represents the fair market value…
