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Typical Buying Expenses When Buying a Home
Buying a home is a big financial decision, and it’s important to be aware of all the costs involved. In addition to the down payment and monthly mortgage payments, there are a number of other expenses that buyers need to factor into their budget. Expenses Before Closing Common buyer expenses before closing include: Earnest Money:... Read More
What Buyers Should Expect at Closing
The final step in the journey to homeownership is called the closing. The closing is a meeting where paperwork is signed to finalize the terms of the contract. Understanding what to expect and being prepared for closing helps make the closing go more smoothly. Preparing for Closing Prior to closing, buyers will handle key tasks:... Read More
May 2023 Real Estate Market Update
How’s the market? The Market Action Index continues to stay in stronger seller territory and although dipped slightly from last month, is currently sitting at 53. Despite the slight decrease, this signals a continued Seller’s Advantage during the peak spring market. How are list prices? The median list price of homes on the market has... Read More
How to Leverage Your Equity
When you require a sizable sum of money, one of the main advantages of using your home equity is that you may frequently access cash at interest rates that are much lower than those of credit cards or personal loans. Using your home’s equity can be a less expensive option to get the money you... Read More
How to Remove Mortgage Insurance
What is Private Mortgage Insurance? If you bought a home with less than 20% down, you probably had to add private mortgage insurance (PMI) to your conventional loan. PMI can increase your monthly payment by hundreds of dollars, but you don’t have to keep paying for it forever. What Does Mortgage Insurance Cover? PMI helps... Read More
April 2023 Real Estate Market Update
How’s the market? The Market Action Index continues to head into stronger seller territory and is currently sitting at 55, which is a big increase over last month’s market action index of 48. This signals a continued Growing Seller’s Advantage as the spring market heats up. How are list prices? The median list price of... Read More
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What to Expect at a Listing Appointment
A listing appointment is a meeting between you and a real estate agent to discuss selling your home. The agent will look at the condition of your home, compare it to others like it, and talk with you about your goals for selling. What To Do Before Scheduling A Listing Appointment Take the time to... Read More
Why You Need A Buyer Brokerage Agreement
Listing brokers represent sellers by signing a listing agreement. The listing agent’s goal is to get the best price and terms to favor the seller. Buyers also benefit by having a brokerage agreement to represent their best interests. As a buyer, having an advocate on your side helps you avoid risks and gain benefits. A... Read More
How Do You Find Off-Market Homes?
Why finding is more important than searching Searching for a home can range anywhere from fun to exhausting, depending on the current market conditions. Ultimately, what you’re really after is finding the right home. An average agent can help you find properties listed on the market. A Strategic Guide will also search for off-market opportunities.... Read More
March 2023 Real Estate Market Update
How’s the market? The Market Action Index continues to shift upwards into stronger seller territory and is currently sitting at 48, which is an increase over last month’s market action index of 45. This signals a Growing Seller’s Advantage as we enter into the spring market. How are list prices? The median list price of... Read More
