Archive for February 29th, 2016

Can I Get a Better Deal Without Using a Realtor?

A common myth I have heard over the years is that you can get a better deal as a buyer if you don’t use a real estate agent. That’s a completely false premise. If the house is listed with a real estate agent the total sales commission is built into the price. If the buyers […]

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Lending

Lenders will pull credit as the closing date approaches. Buyers should avoid creating any new debt during their real estate transaction. New debt can jeopardize your loan approval. Wait until after closing to go out and buy that new car!

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Home Inspectors

A home inspector is like a doctor who’s a general practitioner. They both can diagnose problems, and they both know when to refer you to a specialist. If your housing inspector recommends a specialist, you should get one. Buyers shouldn’t be discouraged or afraid of paying a little more money to have secondary specialized inspections […]

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