Month: February 2019

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Home Appraisals & Helping Seniors Move


Appraisals are often a needed requirement to close the deal between a home buyer and seller.  While buyer and seller have agreed on price and term if the buyer is financing the purchase, the lender will require an appraisal to protect their investment in the deal.  We address some common myths and misunderstands people have about appraisals such as does it help if your home is the biggest or “best” in the neighborhood and what if you have done several costly home improvements.  And when it comes time for a senior family member to move, the process requires a few more details than a traditional move.  We discuss the importance of having family involved and things planned in advance. 

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Why Mortgage Shopping Matters & Real Estate Careers for Young Professionals


Most people don’t spend time to interview lenders or shop around for their mortgage, yet this is a decision that can impact you for 30 years.   We share why you should shop around or get a second opinion before signing a mortgage.  And real estate can be a great career for young professionals.  Two up-and-comers share what attracted them to this industry and how they are serving clients. 

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Home Warranties Explained & How to Protect Your Home Asset After the Death of a Loved One


Home warranties can be used for more than just protection when selling your home.  We talk about what home warranties cover, how they are different than home inspections and when a policy may be the right thing for you.   And the unexpected death of a spouse can leave you with many important decisions to make about your biggest asset – your home.  We discuss what steps you can take now to be better prepared and have advice about moving, relocation, not being taken advantage of and other decisions from someone who has first-hand experience living through this experience. 

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Tips for First-Time Sellers and 6 Ways to Make Small Bathrooms Look Bigger


Being a first-time seller can cause stress from not knowing exactly what to expect. From preparing your home to be on the market, to staging and safety we have the important things you need to know to help make selling your home a smooth process.   And if you have a tiny bathroom we have 6 easy ways you can make this room look and feel bigger. 

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What to Know When Buying a Flipped Home & 5 Solutions for Small Kitchens


About 6% of all homes sold are being flipped. If you are buying a flipped home you want to pay close attention to repairs and upgrades that have been made and ask questions to know what you are buying.  We share some tips on what to ask and where to look for inexpensive upgrades that may have been used.  Is you kitchen a bit too cozy?  We share 5 inexpensive solutions to help your kitchen look and feel bigger. 

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Finding the Right Agent for You & Tips on How to Buy and Sell at the Same Time


When you are buying or selling a home, you want to work with an agent that has the right experience for your situation.   We discuss the questions to ask when interviewing agents and what do all the initials behind an agents name on a business card mean.   And if you are in the position of selling your home and buying another, do you buy first and then sell or vice versa?  We have advice on how to navigate this delicate situation and how to use contingencies and other terms to improve your situation. 

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