Staging is nothing more than a way to prepare a property for sale on the real estate market by showcasing its best features and assets to impress buyers. And it is important – very important. Numerous surveys and studies have found that staged homes sell for more and sell more quickly than homes that haven’t … Continued
Traditionally, spring has been the best time to sell a home, but summer comes in a very close second. Although summer is a great time to sell your home and even though it’s a seller’s market right now, you still have to get some things right in order to get the best price for your … Continued
If you plan on buying a home this summer, you need to be aware of what the market looks like. Home prices are still rising and for-sale homes are still in short supply. You’ll find, then, that a lot of buyers are competing for a limited number of homes at higher prices than previously. Still, … Continued
Buying a home is a big step and a big purchase. And if you’re like most of us, you’ll need financing to make that big purchase – a mortgage loan that you’ll be paying for the next (possibly) 30 years. It just makes sense then to choose the mortgage lender that is right for you. … Continued
A lot of homebuyers have the impression that the biggest hurdle to finalizing their home purchase comes from the seller accepting their offer, but passing the home inspection can end up being the biggest challenge. To help you work through the details and make the best of a less than desirable situation, let’s look at … Continued
Closing on your home on schedule and getting moved in a reasonable timeframe can make a significant difference in costs to both you and the other party. To get the full picture of what’s going on let’s examine how putting off a big move costs buyers and sellers in Redlands: Additional Rent or Mortgage Payments … Continued
Homeowners across the country are recognizing the benefits of downsizing their homes while embracing the streamlining of day-to-day life by finding a less opulent home. To get you thinking about the ways you could make a change for the better, let’s look into 3 reasons why you should sell your house in Redlands and purchase … Continued
In today’s competitive seller’s market, making your offer stand out is paramount. One way to do that is by putting up earnest money. Also known as a good faith deposit, earnest money is a sum the seller puts down to demonstrate her seriousness as a buyer. Although the concept is fairly simple, it can get … Continued
If you’re selling your home and have opted to work with a listing agent, you have another major task ahead of you: finding the agent who can best represent your interests as a home seller. A good agent will assist with everything from pricing to marketing to negotiations, guiding you through every step of the … Continued
Contingencies are common in real estate contracts, but, unfortunately, buyers and sellers often don’t understand them as well as they should. Generally, contingencies protect buyers, but there are important ramifications and implications for sellers too. Read on, then, to find out what [marekt_city] buyers and sellers need to know about real estate contingencies. What Are … Continued