Practical Advice For Homebuyers


why home buyers shouldn't waive property inspections

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…
home inspection tips

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…
how to research a home on the internet

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…
preliminary title reports

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…
homes for sale by owner

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,…

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…
how to drive real estate seller agents nuts

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…
closing costs for buyers and sellers

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…