How to Find the Home of Your Dreams
There’s more to buying than just making an offer—here are a few important things you’ll need to keep in mind when house-hunting. Do The Research Make sure you get familiar with market trends and values in the area in which you are looking to buy. Although your real estate agent will have this knowledge, you will find it much …
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What Makes a Great Real Estate Agent?
Representing the seller or buyer is the bare minimum of what it means to be a real estate agent. Here are the most important qualities to look for before you make a decision. A Background of Experience The best real estate agents have a diverse background of skills and knowledge; not only in real estate transactions, but also in personal …
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Buyers, Start Your Engines
Have you been renting for way too long, but aren’t sure if buying a home is worth the financial investment? Here are just a few reasons why the best time to buy real estate is now. Interest Rates are Low The average 30-year mortgage rate in the U.S. is currently just below 4 percent, and experts predict the Federal Reserve …
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What Type of Home Fits Your Lifestyle?
Each of us has a unique personality. Based on our combined experiences throughout our entire lives, we shape ourselves and the type of lifestyle we lead. Depending on our interests and our lifestyle, we may gravitate towards a particular home. Do you know what type of home will accommodate your lifestyle? Style to Fit Your Personality You want something to …
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The Increasing Role of Social Media in Real Estate
- Linda Moore, Real Estate Tips
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- August 11, 2015
Social media has changed how the world communicates. Within an instant, people are able to exchange information, pictures and more. Like many industries, social media is increasingly adapting the home buying process. Advantage to Sellers Previously, marketing efforts for a person selling their home was difficult. They would first hire an agent to market their home, then they’d have to …
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Key Terms in Home Buying
All industries have their own specific lingo. This is true with home buying. Today, we’ll clarify some key terms, that way as you do research and look for financing, you’ll have a better understanding of the language. Adjustable Mortgage- A loan whose interest rate adjusts based on the movement of the market. This is contrary to a fixed interest rate …
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Making the Offer: Home Buying Advice
There’s no doubt about it, buying a home, whether your first or your seventh, can be stressful, especially when the time has come to make an offer. The pressure is high, but your blood pressure doesn’t have to be with it. Here you’ll find how to make the offer that stands out, and with making an offer, you want to …
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Don’t Make These 3 Home Buying Errors
Home buying, like any process, comes with its own pitfalls. Unlike some other purchases, making a mistake can cost you thousands in the long run. To avoid making such an error, today I’ll discuss three things to avoid when buying a home. Don’t Purchase Based on Projected Income The future is unpredictable. It is good to be optimistic, but you …
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When Buying a Home, Don’t Let Excitement Blind Your Judgment
Similar to young romance, home buying comes with a bit of infatuation. You see something, your emotions heighten and you are eager to jump on it. However, infatuation, the excitement of something new and the desire to build a future can cloud your judgment. Don’t let this happen. Be Practical Some homes can physically look appealing. That, combined with the …
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The Importance of Hiring a Real Estate Agent
New home owners are at a disadvantage in the home buying process. This is because it is completely new experience they are embarking upon. In doing so, there’s a lot that you may not know which could hurt you in the long run. That’s why it is important you use a real estate agent when buying a home. Real estate …
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