Ask detailed questions about their experience and skills to help you find the right agent for your home sale. Working with the right real estate agent can mean the difference between getting prompt, expert representation and feeling like you’re going it alone when selling your home. Here are 10 questions to ask when you’re interviewing
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Home Buying Myths Slayed
Some Highlights: The average down payment for first-time homebuyers is only 6%! Despite mortgage interest rates being over 4%, rates are still below historic numbers. 88% of property managers raised their rents in the last 12 months! The credit score requirements for mortgage approval continue to fall.
The Home Inspection: 5 Mistakes Made by Buyers and Sellers
1. Not Researching the Inspector “The inspection is only as good as the inspector doing it,” says Troy Bloxom, past president of the National Association of Home Inspectors. Always do your research to find a certified, experienced inspector that you feel confident will do a thorough job. 2. Not Attending the Inspection “If they don’t
Why Getting Pre-Approved Should be Your First Step
Why Should I get Pre-approved before finding my house? In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the number of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about
Renting Vs. Buying: The True Cost
Cost of Renting vs Buying What You Should Know: Renting vs Buying is always a tough decision, that comes down to your market and what is right for you. The Tallahassee Real Estate Market is GOOD. If you are looking to buy, now is the time. Consider the percentage of income needed to rent a
House Prices: Simply a Matter of Supply & Demand
Why are home prices still rising? It is a simple answer. There are more purchasers in the market right now than there are available homes for them to buy. This is an example of the theory of “supply and demand” which is defined as: “the amount of a commodity, product, or service available and the
Before Spring is in Full Swing: 5 Backyard Chores
Before the Wasps, Bees, and Mosquitoes move in for the Summer, start protecting your house. Seal any openings or cracks around your home and deck areas to prevent intruders! Spray or put out deterring plants like basil, lavender, and peppermint to keep mosquitoes, spiders, and other critters from coming too close. Make Sure your Lawn
Retiring: To Consider when Choosing a Home
As more baby boomers are retiring, they will begin to consider selling their home. Retiring can be a tricky process, but finding a home that will adapt to your needs shouldn’t have to be. When you plan for the Tallahassee real estate market, keep these factors in mind. 1. Affordability 2. Equity 3. Maitenence 4.
Homeownership: “The Reports of My Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated”
The famous quote by Mark Twain in the title of this article can be used to describe homeownership in America today. Last week, the Census revealed that the percentage of homeowners in the country increased for the first time in thirteen years. A story in the Wall Street Journal gave these new homeownership numbers some
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