When a homeowner decides to sell their home, the cost of hiring a qualified Realtor will certainly be a major concern. Homebuyers often have questions about how their Realtor will get paid as well. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, working with an experienced agent can bring you great value. It’s important that […]
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The nationwide real estate market started out relatively strong in 2020. Industry experts were forecasting a slightly slowing but steady housing market for the year. The U.S. economy was also humming along like a well-oiled machine, and lending rates remained very low. So many homebuyers were ready to take advantage of this seemingly ‘great time […]
The earnest money deposit is a crucial part of a real estate purchase offer. The amount of earnest money offered to a seller as a good faith deposit can be the difference between getting your offer accepted and losing out on the house of your dreams. This article contains everything you need to know about […]
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There are 3 main causes for forfeiting earnest money deposit when buying a home. When entering into a purchase contract as a home buyer, a buyer agrees to execute specific timelines and terms. Failing to do so can lead to forfeiting their earnest money deposit. Generally speaking, a purchase contract protects the buyer from being […]
In addition to your downpayment, there are significant out of pocket costs associated with purchasing a home. These various ‘closing costs’ typically costs homebuyers between 2 and 5 percent of the purchase price. Here is a list of typical ‘closing costs’. Typical Out of Pocket Costs When Buying a Home These costs vary greatly based […]
Buying a home sight unseen is not new. Recent polls of homebuyers have shown that over 20% have submitted offers without stepping inside the home. Similar surveys have also shown that about 50% of Millenial buyers have submitted offers without visiting the home first. Older generations are open to the idea as well. As technology […]
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Moving from one home to another is no joke! Moving a long distance is really difficult. Taking advantage of available moving resources and having a great “no fluff moving checklist” will help you plan and organize this major undertaking. Find our printable “no fluff moving checklist” below and visit our Top Moving Resources blog for a […]
Moving to a new home can be stressful, therefore you’ll want to prepare well and have a plan. Whether you hire professional movers or use a DIY approach, there is a lot to consider. We’ve assembled a comprehensive list of online resources to help you with your move. This is a ‘no-fluff’ list of moving […]
Are HOA fees worth it? Is living in an HOA right for you? These are questions that you will need to answer when you are shopping for your next home. If you aren’t well-versed on what an HOA is or how an HOA can affect you as a homeowner, you will need to get informed. […]
If you can be flexible, open-minded, and patient when purchasing a home, you will save a boat-load of money. Plan your purchase to allow yourself time to save money and wait for various money-saving opportunities. Let’s explore the top ways to save money on your home purchase. Save money on your home mortgage There are […]
