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Questions to Ask a Mover
"I’d wish I’d known that before I picked a mover." Having a checklist of questions might have prevented this issue. This list of questions will provide you with things to discuss when interviewing a moving company. Fees What is the charge for packing? Does… Continue Reading “Questions to Ask a Mover”
Buy Before You Sell
A common concern for homeowners is that if they sell their home first, they may not be able to find another home to buy. It is understandable with the low inventories currently available in most markets, but a strong argument can be made to… Continue Reading “Buy Before You Sell”
When are the Negotiations Over?
The primary negotiation in a home purchase takes place when the contract is agreed upon that includes the price, closing and possession. With inventory down over 19% in the past year and multiple offers being more of the norm than the exception, the first… Continue Reading “When are the Negotiations Over?”
Become a Victim of Inflation or Benefit from It
In inflationary times, currently the highest in 40 years, the purchasing power of your money diminishes each day; essentially, buying you less. The biggest threat is to be without capital assets, like a home, that are benefiting from the increase in prices. Your money… Continue Reading “Become a Victim of Inflation or Benefit from It”
You don’t have to give an arm to get a lower rate
Rising interest rates compounded with increasing home prices are causing affordability issues for many buyers. To keep payments low, you won’t have to give an arm, but more buyers are considering getting an ARM, adjustable-rate mortgages. Mortgage rates are near its highest point since… Continue Reading “You don’t have to give an arm to get a lower rate”
Helping the Seller See Your FHA/VA Offer More Favorably
With multiple offers the norm on many listings these days, the seller relies on their listing agent to help them determine which one to accept. In some cases, offers subject to FHA or VA mortgages tend to move to the bottom of the list.… Continue Reading “Helping the Seller See Your FHA/VA Offer More Favorably”
Today is a Skills Market
In today’s ultra-competitive real estate market where there is only 1.7 months supply of inventory compared to 6 months in a balanced market, and the average home is getting 4.8 offers per sale, it is more important than ever to have the right person… Continue Reading “Today is a Skills Market”
Existing Homeowners May be Facing Higher Payments
As a current homeowner, you may be basking in the consolation that you bought before the market got crazy with higher prices and interest rates. However, it doesn’t mean that you may not be facing higher mortgage payments for next year. Most homeowners pay… Continue Reading “Existing Homeowners May be Facing Higher Payments”
Homeownership and the Three M’s
Homes are valuable assets and must be maintained so they function properly, are safe, enjoyable and hold their value. Attention to maintenance, minimizing expenses and managing debt & risk will protect your investment. Maintenance It is interesting that people understand the necessity to maintain… Continue Reading “Homeownership and the Three M’s”
Will Selling Your Home Increase Your Tax Bill?
With home prices rising 20% nationwide in the past year and in some markets, even dramatically more, many homeowners are excited about the equity in their homes. In the past, most homeowners were not concerned about profit from the sale being taxed but some… Continue Reading “Will Selling Your Home Increase Your Tax Bill?”
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