As part of the purchase contract, your real estate agent should suggest that the contract goes through on certain contingencies, including a home inspection. An inspection contingency allows you to negotiate with the seller to repair items that could cost you thousands, have the seller give you a credit, or for you to back out […]
Depending the type of mortgage you choose, the amount you put down on a loan and the loan to value of the mortgage, you may have to pay mortgage insurance. This insurance protects the lender in the event that you go to foreclosure and the bank cannot recoup the full amount through the auction or […]
If you are looking for a starter home and are having a hard time finding something in your price range, there’s a reason for that. The beginning of the second quarter of 2017 is seeing a seller’s market – real estate prices are up and interest rates are still relatively low. This means that those […]
When it’s time to sell your home, pricing is one of the most important factors in whether your home sells quickly or stays on the market forever. Overpricing a home creates damaging effects on the time your house will sit on the market. A good real estate agent will tell you many things that help […]
Charming 1.5 story Ranch style home w/open floor plan surrounded by 9.623 acres of privacy. This 3BR & 3BA home showcases a stone island in kitchen & floor to ceiling stone FP in vaulted great room. Custom cabinetry & granite countertops in kitchen. MBA has separate walk-in shower & tub. Enjoy sitting on private deck […]
Now that you’ve finally decided to buy your first home your excitement level is through the roof. You picture what you would do with each of the rooms, the landscaping, and that you won’t have to worry about walking heavily on your upstairs apartment floors. Or, you’re finally getting out of your parents’ house. However, you […]
The short answer to this questions is that it depends on your listing, the market and you. You’ll need to answer several questions about your situation and your home. If you or your agent is starting to get antsy because the house has been on the market longer than other properties in the neighborhood or […]
If you are selling your home and your real estate agent recommends an open house to sell your home in Mooresville NC, you may be wondering Should We Have An Open House? The answer to that is, “Yes!” Your real estate agent know best how to sell your home and if he or she suggests an […]
You’ve finally decided to take the big step and sell your home to upgrade to something larger, or to downgrade to something with less maintenance. You’ve received the perfect offer and the buyer has the financing in place. All that’s left is packing up and closing. However, it’s not quite as easy as that. You […]
When you’re in a hot real estate market and shopping for a home, you just may find yourself in a bidding war. And a bidding war can push the price up even higher. So, how to win a bidding war? The best way to win a bidding war is to hire an experienced, professional real […]