I remember it like it was yesterday. I had found the home of my dreams, and my real estate agent was trying to make a deal. Unfortunately, the sellers wouldn't budget on the sales price, and I was left wondering if I could foot the bill for closing costs. I was devastated, and I didn't know what to do. However, my agent asked me to trust him while he offered a tremendously low amount, coupled with amenities like home warranties and closing cost allowances. I was scared, but I decided to go with it. Believe it or not, he pulled it off--saving me thousands of dollars. This blog is all about trusting your real estate broker and letting him or her do their job.
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2 October 2017
If you are putting your home on the market, you may be somewhat confused about how your real estate agent is paid. Real estate agents usually get paid a percentage of the home's sales price, known as a commission. This amount can be negotiable, depending on what real estate agents earn in your local area, however. To learn more about how your agent gets paid, read on.
How is my agent paid?
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22 August 2017
You've fallen in love with a home, but your home inspector has come back with a list of issues that need to be addressed. Some problems, such as cosmetic issues with bathroom fixtures, can be safely ignored. Others will need to be fixed immediately after purchasing the home, which means that they are guaranteed to cost you money.
Here are some must-fix problems that can come up during inspection where it's a good idea to ask the sellers to lower the price.
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8 August 2017
When you are looking to buy a home, you may be willing to invest in a fixer-upper you can put some work into. If you love DIY projects, a home that needs work can even sound like a fun prospect, but there are some things to take into consideration as you begin your search. Work with your real estate agent and use the following tips to get the house you want without any major surprises:
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18 July 2017
As you search for the right home to buy, you might see a few that are listed for sale by owner. These homes are listed for sale by the people that own them, and there are no real estate agents involved. Homeowners list homes like this to save on commissions; however, you may need to go through additional steps if you want to buy real estate for sale by the owner.
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