A common way to drum up interest in a home for sale is to host an open house. It allows potential buyers to get a casual look at the home without the pressure of scheduling a showing and making an offer right away. If you have considered hosting an open house without the help of a realtor, you may not realize the benefits that you are missing out on. Here is why you should have a realtor host your open house for you.
28 February 2017
Shows on television have made more people than ever interested in buying homes to flip. Flipping homes involves buying homes that are inexpensively priced because they need renovation or repair. Repairs or renovations are then made, helping to add value to the home. The home is then sold. If a flip is done correctly, it can net the person who did the flip extra cash. However, if miscalculations are made, the flipper may find themselves selling the home for less than they bought it for and paid in renovations.
22 February 2017
Whenever you are buying a house, you should be on the lookout for interior environmental hazards that may cost you more money to deal with later. Here are some of the common dangers you should be aware of: Asbestos Asbestos should only concern you if you are buying an older home, specifically one built before 1975. Though it's mostly common in thermal insulation, it can also be present in other parts of the house such as floor tiles, window caulking, roofing materials, and plaster, among others.
13 February 2017
If the time has come to purchase your first home or to "move up" in home quality, you've probably started browsing various homes for sale in your area. The instinct is usually to buy a home being resold by a previous owner — after all, there are many more "resale" homes on the market than new homes in most areas. But consider that, while buying a new home is not necessarily for everyone, there are some advantages to buying a brand new residence.
19 January 2017
As a first-time buyer, you are certain to be at least a little bit confused by everything going on around you. Buying your first house is a big process, and it is certainly not one that you want to do jump into lightly. Not sure where to start? Practice with these steps before you make a commitment. 1. Check your credit and work to give it the boost it needs.
5 January 2017
Shopping for a house is a stressful and challenging task, but there are professionals that can help you throughout this entire process. Yet, homebuyers will frequently try to avoid using a real estate agent, depriving them of several benefits that can make the home buying process easier and less risky. Knowledge Of Local Market Trends A real estate agent will have a very detailed understanding about the trends in the communities that you are evaluating.
19 December 2016
Relocating to a new city can be a daunting process, but hiring a real estate agent who works in that city can make the experience more comfortable for you and your family. While your agent will be able to listen to your needs and find potential homes that meet your search criteria, he or she can also help you to get settled once you buy a home and move in. Many real estate agents can provide local information packages for their clients.
2 December 2016
When your home is for sale, your real estate agent will customarily ask you if you wish to keep a lockbox on the front door. This box will hold the key to your home, which can make things easier for the agent representing a prospective buyer. For example, since you won't be home at the time of a scheduled viewing, the buyer agent can arrive at your home in advance, unlock the lockbox to secure the key, and then gain entry into the home.
2 December 2016
When you are looking to purchase a condo, you should be concerned both with the specific property you are purchasing as well as the general management of the complex. Your real estate agent should put you in touch with the condo manager to allow you to ask questions about the by-laws, community expectations, fees, and management process. However, some things about the management, maintenance, and community of the condo you will have to discover through a little investigation.
26 October 2016
Most families want to live in larger homes with at least three bedrooms. So if you own a smaller 2-bedroom home in a very family-oriented neighborhood, you may have a bit harder of a time selling it. Couples without children and single adults may not automatically think to look for a home in a neighborhood known for family homes, and the families who are shopping or homes in the area are likely to look past yours for something larger.
29 September 2016
