Buyer Tips
4 Unique Benefits of Buying a New Home this Fall
October may not seem to be the best time to buy a new house. Most people start looking in March and April, hoping to move in summer and be ready for the next school year at the end of August. Sadly, many buyers use this exact same strategy. It leads to competition and...
VA Loans: Low Interest Rates & No Down Payment Required
Interest rates are the lowest ever and sellers are motivated to accept lower offers as the market cools this fall. That's why now is the perfect time to buy a home, especially if you are moving up. Worried about the down payment? If you served in the armed forces of...
How Title Fees Affect Your Bottom Line
I always strive to deliver an exceptional customer experience when I list your property or help you find a new home. An important part of my service involves looking out for your bottom line. Many different players are involved in each transaction, and everyone wants...
How Hidden Fees & Taxes Impact Your Monthly Payment
Nobody wants to pay more than necessary to the government. That's why many home buyers look for areas with lower property taxes. Before you write your offer, consider these little-known fees and taxes that may increase your overall expenses. How Property Taxes Impact...
WARNING: More Than 25% of Contracts Never Close
When you hear stories of houses selling in a single day you probably assume the job of your Realtor is easy. Trust me, that's not the case. In a hot market you may get offers quickly, but it's very challenging to get them to the closing table. More than 25% of pending...
Can You Get Your Earnest Money Back?
Writing earnest money checks is the first real commitment you make when you purchase a home. It tells the seller you are serious, and it hits your pocket book if you bail. You may be hesitant putting a lot of money on the line. That's understandable. Rest assured that...
Top 5 Reasons Why Pending Contracts Fail
You probably heard that new listings get multiple purchase offers within days. Did you know that many of these contracts fail? Contract terminations are common. They are very unnerving for the seller. The house has to be relisted and future buyers will ask why the...
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