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5 Steps To Buying A Foreclosed HomeBuying a foreclosed home can seem daunting, following these five steps will help make the process a little easier. 1. Find an experienced real estate agent 2. Get a preapproval letter. 3. Look at “comps” before making an offer. 4....

Short Sale: How To Purchase OneThe Short Sale Process A short sale is when a property is sold for less than what the homeowner owes on their mortgage balance. In a short sale, the seller’s agent is responsible for listing the property and collecting the “financial...

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First time home buyer guide1. Save for a down payment 2. Check credit score 3. Get pre-approved 4. Find an agent 5. Search for a home 6. Make an offer 7. Make a 'good-faith' or escrow deposit 8. Get a home inspection 9. Get a home appraisal 10. Head to closing

Seller Tips: How to sell your home quickly! Declutter Neutralize Deep Clean Make Repairs Curb Appeal Smells Good Light Up House And the #1 tip is to PRICE IT RIGHT!

Home Buyer Tips: Pre-ApprovalBefore you start house hunting, we recommend you get pre-approved first, or you could lose out on the home of your dreams. Once you get your basic pre-approval letter and you're ready to make an offer on a home, it is best to contact three...

Did you know? As a Buyer, you do not pay your Realtors commission-- it's a free service to you!The Seller of the home you purchase pays for all commissions.This is one question we come across often... If you’re looking to buy a home, should you find a Realtor to help...

How much cash do I need for a down payment to purchase a home? A down payment is the amount of cash you put towards the sale price of the home you are purchasing.  It reduces the amount of money you will need to borrow. Your lender will require you to have a down...

Renting Versus Buying Homeownership used to be the hallmark of the American dream, but that is no longer the case for many people.  While buying tends to increase your overall wealth over time, it may not be the right move for you and your family at the...

Buying New Construction? 10 Reasons To Use A Realtor. 1. It costs you $0 to have your own representation on one of the biggest transactions of your life. 2. The agent on site represents the builder & is looking out for their own best interest. 3. To negotiate the...