Inspections, Inspectors and Command Mistakes There are different types of house inspections available to perform. General or residential inspections will observe and give an evaluation of the house elements and systems. The list below may be enhanced, or some of the points may be excluded. Nevertheless, it will give you an idea of what should …
Real Estate Horror Stories
You’ve seen frightening stories like this on TV. Perhaps you’ve heard about them from neighbors or co-workers, but you still haven’t witnessed anything like them yourself. Be warned – the first time is one time too many. Now that you’re in the market for your first home, or maybe a second or third, congratulations! Buying …
Getting your First Home Loan
Starting out in the housing market can be intimidating for anyone. Ever since the housing market crashed in 2007, the road to recovery has been rather uneven. This includes buyers being held back due to increasingly stricter standards for lending. Things in the housing market have been changing and showing small signs of improvement. For …
The Guide of Real Estate Agents for Home Buyers
It’s extremely important to know the ins and outs of real estate agents before you bring one along with you to help in your search for a home, just so you may know what to expect, and what will be expected of you. Who a Real Estate Agent Is You probably already know who a …
Closing Process
Deciding to buy a house for the first time can prove to be quite a challenge, especially if you are not the kind of person that understands the way that financial transactions go and how the real estate market works. Here is a short, user-friendly guide to help you find your way through the amount …
Negotiation Tips
Tactic #1. Use the Middleman Your attorney’s real estate agent can act as your middleman and negotiate with your seller’s representative. Using him as a buffer will not only save you time, but it may also provide you with useful information concerning the sellers, their intentions, etc. which the other party will not disclose to …
