In our market, competition for buyers is high and sometimes the seller may need to look at sweetening the pot, so to speak, to get the deal done. Sellers often ask me what they can do to help make their home stand out among the sea of homes currently listed. The following are five creative ideas that I believe might just help close the deal.
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Saturday, September 25, 2010
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Foreclosed Homes Trouble Spots
Buying a Foreclosed Home? Top Problem Areas to Look Out For
Today's real estate landscape offers some great buys for savvy real estate consumers, especially when it comes to foreclosure properties. Unfortunately, even though there are already a large number of foreclosures on the market, analysts are predicting that yet another wave of distressed properties will crop up in the coming months.
I've consulted with many clients seeking to capitalize on a foreclosure purchase. I always advise them, however, to weigh the pros and cons. While a foreclosure could represent your best chance to get a great deal, make sure you educate yourself about the potential pitfalls of purchasing a distressed property in advance - and what correcting those pitfalls might cost. In most cases, it's not so much about what damage occurred but rather the source of the damage and how long before the problem was addressed.
Here are the top 10 signs that may indicate trouble in a foreclosed home:
Today's real estate landscape offers some great buys for savvy real estate consumers, especially when it comes to foreclosure properties. Unfortunately, even though there are already a large number of foreclosures on the market, analysts are predicting that yet another wave of distressed properties will crop up in the coming months.
I've consulted with many clients seeking to capitalize on a foreclosure purchase. I always advise them, however, to weigh the pros and cons. While a foreclosure could represent your best chance to get a great deal, make sure you educate yourself about the potential pitfalls of purchasing a distressed property in advance - and what correcting those pitfalls might cost. In most cases, it's not so much about what damage occurred but rather the source of the damage and how long before the problem was addressed.
Here are the top 10 signs that may indicate trouble in a foreclosed home:
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Mortgage Factors When Buyng a Home
While many great deals exist in today's real estate market, securing the optimal mortgage is a critical part of your home purchase decision. The most important things to take into consideration are: interest rate, points, mortgage type, closing costs and fees, and down payment and mortgage insurance. Here’s a closer look at each:
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