In real estate, the spring is often seen as the ideal time to buy or sell a house. The term “Spring Buyer’s Season” exists for a reason, as renters and those looking to move on from their current home thaw out from the winter and hit the market ready to buy. According to Bank of America’s annual Home Buyer Insights Report, 41% of renters surveyed agree that spring is the best time to buy a home. The surprising result, however, is that when ranking the seasons, winter comes in second at 24%. In many areas of the country, the spring and summer are the most competitive seasons for buyers. Families with children often want to move over the summer to make sure that their kids are ready for school
A Comprehensive Checklist to Closing Your House By Annie Sisk Closing the sales transaction may seem like a piece of cake compared to all the work involved in selling your home. You’ve cleaned, improved, painted, and staged. You’ve coordinated open houses and inspection visits with your agent. You’ve responded to countless questions and maybe a few offers. You’ve negotiated the sale of your home. After all that, closing is just signing a few documents in front of the closing attorney or the escrow officer and turning in your keys, right? Not so fast! Before you sail off into the sunset, make sure you know exactly what to expect from the closing process for your home. While it’s true that th
1) Get Pre-approved for a Mortgage First. Its fun to go out and look at homes but knowing exactly what you can afford is always the first step. Plus, you never know really how much you can afford until you speak with a broker/lender. You might be surprised! Pre-approval also helps you move quickly on a property. A pre-approval letter is a must-have when making an official offer. No agent will accept your offer without one (unless you are a cash buyer). 2) Know What you Want and What are Deal Breakers. Making a list of must-haves is important but try not to be too stringent. Keep an open mind when searching and see what compromises you could live with. Remodeling a home because it doesn't hav
