Sellers
Selling "For Sale By Owner": tips to make the sale go smoothly.
From pricing your home right to enhancing your curb appeal, these tips will help you get your home ready to be sold "For Sale By Owner".
Open house: how to make the most of the visit.
How to make the most of your "open house" before you run the ads, open the doors and start the tours.
Resale value: it is important!
The best time to consider the resale value of a house is before you buy it. No one has a crystal ball, but by doing your homework on subject properties of interest before you buy, you can make more informed decisions that will likely be to your benefit in the future.
Title Insurance: Do you need it? What is it?
A title insurance policy helps protect your biggest investment, your house, by making sure you have a clear title to your new home.
Ten mistakes that will ensure that your house DOESN'T sell.
Here's a valuable review of ten of the top things you need to avoid when selling your home, so that you can be sure to sell it quickly and for top dollar.
Your home may look great and be in a fine location, but there are certain market factors that can affect the sale of your home and this article sums up some of the most common reasons why lovely homes don't sell in a timely fashion.
Curb appeal: make your home stand out!
It really does matter to potential homebuyers what your house looks like from the street. A charming exterior is an excellent way to set the tone with potential buyers (and their Realtors!) to get the results you want. To sell your home quickly and for top dollar, start at the curb!
For Sale By Owner: Selling your home yourself.
It's important to u tilize the most recent technology available to sellers to successfully set your home apart from the others on the market and sell in a timely fashion and at a profit.
Maximize the look of your home: getting ready to show off.
Your house is on the market and it's your time to shine! Put in a little extra effort both outside and inside and you'll attract the buyers you want. You only sell a home once every so often in a lifetime, so it's worth the extra effort to care to make a lasting impression.
Property disclosures: the facts.
Whether you're selling FSBO or using a listing Realtor, state and federal laws require that you disclose any known defects to the potential buyers.
Choosing a listing agent: 5 questions to ask.
This overview covers important questions to ask of your potential listing real estate agent before you sign a listing agreement.
HUD for dummies: things that you need to know.
Individuals and investors can purchase HUD homes, but you need to do your homework in advance, as this article highlights, in order to avoid potential pitfalls when dealing with the government.
Closing costs: what to expect.
Many sellers and buyers are confused when it comes to closing costs and who pays for what in the transaction. This article reviews what is customarily paid for by the seller and the buyer to give you a better idea of what you'll owe at the closing table.
Step by step closing: for the buyer and seller.
This guide reviews what to expect at the closing, so that there are no suprises on the day of closing for the property.
The internet has changed our lives in a myriad of ways and one often wonders just how we did all that we did in the past without it. The internet has changed the real estate market and listing your home online is a very modern way of getting the word out that your home is for sale.
Modular homes: what are they and do you want to buy one?
Modular homes are not the same thing as mobile homes and in many areas of the country, a modular home may be an excellent choice in housing for you and your family.
Buyer agents vs seller agents: should they be two different people?
This article reviews the roles of buyer agents and listing agents in the residential sales transaction in order to clear away confusion about exactly who represents the buyer and the seller in a particular deal.
Everything but the kitchen sink: what stays and what goes. The importance of a contract.
Dealing with contractors can be challenging, so read this article to make sure you protect yourself and get the job done right!
10 things you can do to increase the value of your home.
Here are 10 ideas to make your home desirable to potential buyers. Some items are perfect for the "do it yourself" crowd, while others will require hiring licensed professionals to complete the job, but all of these ideas are well worth considering when putting your home on the market.
Let's get back to basics with this six step program to walk you through the process and cover all the bases, so you'll have a successful experience selling your home.
Escrow: do you really know what that means to you?
Escrowed funds can mean that you have a lot less to worry about when it comes to making payments associated with owning a home.
The Real estate bubble: do you know how it can effect you?
Unless you've been living under a rock for the past year and a half, you've no doubt heard many experts weighing in on a potential real estate bubble. Here's a review of what all the fuss is about, so that you can formulate a plan according to your goals.
