Appraisal Waivers – Are They Good?
Homebuyers, sellers, and mortgage lenders often hire independent property appraisers to evaluate the home and determine the Fair Market Price (FMP) of the property.
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Do Home Warranties Work?
Let me tell you about a trade secret known as a home warranty. Purchasing a home warranty can help reduce the financial burden when something goes wrong in the house. And yes, you have to pay for a warranty upfront but the benefits are worth every cent.
Federal Fair Housing Laws and Buyer Letters
When the housing market is booming one of the techniques that many buyers use to sweeten their offer is to include a personalized letter to the seller regarding how wonderful they feel the property is and why it fits them so well.
Unsolicited Offers to Buy Your Home
Unsolicited offers to buy your home may be made through emails, letters, postcards, or even calls and text messages. But why exactly do people make such offers and what should you do about them?
Mortgage Loan “Buydown Programs” can benefit Homebuyers
I began my real estate career in February of 1980 and by 1981 mortgages had peaked to a rate of 18% interest, the highest our country has ever seen.
Absorption Rates in Real Estate [Why They Are Important]
The absorption rate is one of the most overlooked statistics in the real estate market despite being a buzz word in the sector.
What you need to know about Zillow and Trulia
When searching for a home to buy, some websites provide false information despite appearing to be popular places where home buyers gather.
Homebuyers role in buying a home
A Homebuyers guide to the homebuying process and introducing a new role the Homebuyer can play in the home offer process
Change the way you think as a Homebuyer and be rewarded
There is a small percentage of homebuyers that are bucking the trend and saving money and building up their credit obtain a better loan while their friends and co-workers continue to struggle.
How to buy a home in Idaho
Buy a home in Idaho Buying a home in Idaho is frightening to a lot of Idaho First Time Home Buyers but it doesn’t have to be that way. With some proper planning ahead of time you can make the process seamless and there are some time tested tips to help you along the way. … Continued