There’s a lot of misconceptions about the life of a real estate agent. From the outside it can appear as if it’s all fun and games; flexible hours, fancy cars, large incomes, and an easy job. The reality is a lot more complicated. Here’s just a few things that your real estate agent likely wishes…
If you’re in the market to buy a home you are most likely going to want to employ the help of a professional. Licensed real estate agents are ready to walk you through the entire process. However, you may be asking yourself what exactly does a real estate agent do AND how do you hire…
For many people, a new year evokes careful evaluation of the year ahead; resolutions, ambitions, and goals. For some, that goal may be to purchase their first home! If you have never purchased a home it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Some will jump right in and start calling phone numbers on…
If you’ve read up on our basics to the home inspections, part 1 now it’s time to talk through the specifics of what happens during and after the home inspection. In most markets, property inspections allow for the beginning of a new “negotiation period,” that revolves around repairs. It’s important to have fair expectations going into the…
A common part of a real estate transaction is for a purchaser to hire a professional to conduct a home inspection. Most all contracts are made contingent upon an inspection period to allow for the buyers to do their due diligence to inspect all aspects of the property. There’s a lot to be said about…
In some real estate markets, it’s not uncommon for the sellers of a home to receive multiple offers. Or even in some slower markets, a home’s price or condition may be so exceptional that there are several purchasers clamoring for the chance to own the property. When this scenario presents itself, a different strategy may…