It happens: a sudden change in your financial situation, a job promotion that will take you to another state or even another part of the world, or that house you’ve always wanted is up for sale, and you want to be the first to make an offer. No matter what the situation is, there might come a time when you …
3 TYPES OF REAL ESTATE FRAUD
Buying and selling real estate is a tricky business, particularly in the absence of a professional mediator. Property owners need to screen potential buyers and vice versa. However, Consumers involved in various real estate transactions may avoid this step, and risk their safety, to try and save some money. Due to lack of professional knowledge and experience, these DIY attempts …
HOW TO SELL A HOUSE THAT DIDN’T SELL | A GUIDE TO YOUR EXPIRED LISTING
If you have a house that didn’t sell and is now expired, you need to first review 4 major areas where there might be a problem. What were the failures in your previous home marketing and how can these be solved? 1. TEAMWORK Your relationship with your REALTOR® should be a partnership where your wishes and needs are heard. You are …
4 SMART TIPS FOR FINDING AND BUYING AN ACCESSIBLE NEW HOME
Home is more than just shelter. It’s the place you come to for comfort after a long and stressful day at work. It’s the place where you will make memories with your family and perhaps even raise children. So when it comes to finding a home, it’s important to find the right fit for all of your needs and wants. …
A FINANCIAL CHECKLIST FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERS
Among the millions of changes we have to get used to in the world we’re living in today, add another one to the list– home buying. When the economy takes a hit due to a global crisis, so does the housing market. While there are many things you can’t change about the situation, you can expand your knowledge and go …
EXTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS TO UP THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME
There are several different ways you can go about increasing the value of your home. From your roof to your front yard, the number of ways you can raise your home’s value is varied. Here are a few exterior design trends you can use to boost your home’s value and curb appeal. Install a Durable Roof to Up the Value …
SIX SURPRISING FINANCIAL TIPS FOR PARENTS
Family life can be pretty expensive. If you don’t have a good handle on your money, you’re likely to watch it disappear. An array of financial obligations appear throughout your children’s lives, from diapers and ointments to field trip fees and graduation gowns. Fortunately, with the right priorities and some creative thinking, you can save money and handle your finances …
THE BEST LISTING AGENTS IN BIRMINGHAM ALABAMA KNOW THIS
The best listing agents in Birmingham Alabama know some very important things that will affect the success or failure of your home sale. To be successful selling listings in a changing real estate market, what great listing agents don’t do can be just as important as what they do for their clients. A look at the local multiple listing service …
5 Ways To Make A Cross-Country Move Go Smoothly
Every year millions of Americans move for a variety of reasons—for family, school, a job, cheaper housing. The list goes on. While most of these movers typically stay within state lines, some pack up to relocate across the country. If you’re one of the many making a cross-country move, you may feel a bit of panic in your stomach. …
REALTORS ARE NOT SANTA CLAUS
Realtors are not Santa Claus. Why do I need to remind buyers of this? Buying a home is not free. A no money down loan means that no money is put down toward the purchase price of the home. There WILL BE pre-paid expenses such as home inspections, homeowners insurance, survey, and other possible costs needed to close the property, …