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agent: BE INFORMED AS A BUYER - 10/15/09 04:12 PM
Buying a house? Before you start looking at houses and thinking about real estate agents there are some things you ought to think about.
First of all, remember an agent is not necessarily on your side. Most buyers see a house they like and call the agent on the sign. The agent shows them the house and the buyer decides if they like it or not. If they do like the house, the agent helps negotiate the deal, schedules the inspections and does the leg work to facilitate the closing. Little does the buyer know that the agent is working for the seller and … (0 comments)
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agent: SALES COMMISSIONS HELP SELL YOUR HOUSE - 06/16/09 05:01 PM
There are many sellers who act as though their listing agent, and all other agents for that matter, is just "one of the other parties" in the transaction. For this reason, as well as the typical financial reasons, they feel they are working in their best interest to negotiate lower than reasonable sales commissions. But in fact they do themselves no good service to chisel the sales commission of their REALTOR.
The sales commission, which is not set but negotiated, is difficult to discuss among agents because ethically and legally we cannot and should not set them. But we can keep … (0 comments)
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agent: HOME SELLING TIPS - 05/04/09 04:15 PM
Maybe you're moving to a larger home to accommodate a growing family, relocating for a new career opportunity, or purchasing a townhouse for retirement. Whatever the reason for the move, you'll need to take the necessary steps to sell your home for the best possible price, within a reasonable amount of time. Where do you begin?
If you're like most people, you'll start by seeking assistance from a professional. A local real estate sales associate, who knows your neighborhood, can help you determine a fair market price. The sales associate should also recommend the extent to which you should make … (1 comments)
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agent: BE CAUTIOUS WHEN GETTING INTO THE REAL ESTATE MARKET - 05/04/09 04:11 PM
For many renters, the first step in buying a home is becoming educated about the process. If you're like many people considering a home purchase, you've spent nights and weekends poring over your local real estate section. You've talked to friends and relatives about their experiences. Maybe you've even purchased a book or tow to help you become more familiar with real estate terminology and the various types of mortgages commonly used today.
Coming up with a down payment and finding a loan that meets your needs are the greatest hurdles faced by first-time homebuyers. So, you may even have … (0 comments)
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agent: SPOT THE BEST DEALS - 05/04/09 04:05 PM
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, particularly when it comes to buying a home. Features that attract one home-buyer may repel another.
However, the one feature of interest to every home-buyer is price. Getting the most home for your money is paramount. The real problem is figuring out whether that fixer-upper on one street is a better buy than the home in next-to-new condition two blocks away. That's why knowing what to look for before you buy can save you time, energy and money down the line.
The first step is figuring out what kind of house … (0 comments)
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agent: ELIMINATE HOME-BUYING HASSLES - 05/04/09 04:03 PM
Perhaps you'd like to take advantage of today's great buyer's market in housing but feel a little intimidated by everything that's involved.
You know the routine: finding the right locale and the right house; negotiating an agreement; putting together a down payment; and selecting the best mortgage available.
There are two things you can do to make every step run smoothly. The first is to select a really professional agent who knows the real estate business, knows your local market, has both a solid reputation for integrity and a solid record of success, and clearly is eager to respond … (0 comments)
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agent: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY - 05/04/09 03:58 PM
Purchasing or selling a home will probably be one of your largest and most important financial transactions. Before signing a contract to purchase or sell a home, both buyer and seller should consult an attorney to assure that the real estate transaction will be handled legally and professionally.
Although an attorney is not a required part of the process, particularly in many states where escrow companies will attend to all closing transaction details, an attorney can protect your interests and help you resolve any potential legal problems before entering a legally binding contract.
Sometimes buyers feel the need to … (0 comments)
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agent: FIND A REAL ASTATE AGENT WHO WILL BE ON YOUR SIDE - 05/04/09 03:54 PM
In order to find a real estate broker or agent who meets your needs and makes your buying or selling experience a positive one, Century 21 Real Estate Corporation recommends you:
•1. DO NOT blindly walk into or call a neighborhood firm and ask for an agent at random.
•2. Ask friends and family for recommendations.
•3. Interview several real estate agents:•- Find out their history with the brokerage, their experience and background.•- Gauge their knowledge of your favorite towns.•- Ask for a list of previous clients and their phone numbers.
•4. Pay attention to whether a potential agent is listening … (0 comments)
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agent: SOME BENEFITS OF USING A REALTOR - 05/01/09 06:10 PM
· When you have a REALTOR working for you, your home will be shown more because it's available to all agents in the area and all Agents worldwide.
· With the online resources that are used you will not only receive feedback from people who physically visit your home, but you will know how many people visit it online and how long they view it.
· Most agents use a centralized showing service which schedules the showing appointments around your schedule and provides valuable feedback on how your house appeals to potential buyers.
· Scheduling all inspections and services including the closing will be taken care of … (0 comments)
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agent: USE A BUYERS AGENT - 05/01/09 05:57 PM
Just because an agent is driving you around in their car looking at houses doesn't mean they work for you. According to real estate law, every real estate agent works for the seller unless you, the buyer, has a specific agreement with the agent to represent you, even if the house you're looking at is not listed by that agent. So before you discuss ANY specifics about purchasing a home, including your income, financial situation or offers, make sure you have a buyer's agreement in writing to ensure that agent is YOUR agent. It's important that you choose an experienced agent … (1 comments)
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Bill Williams-Broker,REALTOR
Mountain View,
NC
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