buyer advice: 4 MORE Reasons that NOW is the Time to Buy Charlotte Real Estate - 10/05/11 11:07 PM
4 MORE Reasons to Buy Charlotte Real Estate Now
Okay, so you’ve heard repeatedly over the past 3 years why “NOW is the time to buy!” You’re accustomed to the ‘standard’ reasons that agents and other experts think now is a good time to buy Charlotte real estate. However, there are 4 reasons to buy Charlotte real estate now that just may surprise you:
Homes are in tip-top condition. Yes, instead of selling and moving into a more expensive home 3-4 years ago when the Charlotte real estate market began to decline, many owners chose to invest their money in home maintenance, repair and updates. According … (3 comments)
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buyer advice: Home Buyer Tips | Why Do You Need a Buyer’s Agent? - 09/23/11 10:25 PM
Charlotte Home Buyer Tips | Why Do You Need a Buyer’s Agent? I’ve had numerous calls from customers who are requesting that I show them my currently listed homes; they don’t want to see any other properties. I am representing the seller, and I am asked by these customers if I can only show them my listings. When I discover that the person is NOT represented by an agent, I engage them in a conversational review of the various types of agency.
MANY of them absolutely refuse to heed advice with regards to dual agency, saying that they “WANT to purchase from the listing agent so … (26 comments)
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buyer advice: Buyer Tip: Put Your Best Foot Forward When Making That Offer On Your New Home - 06/26/11 01:13 PM
As Charlotte Real Estate Heats Up This Summer, Keep It Cool!
Buying a home is a business transaction however, one of the most difficult things for home buyers to do is to keep emotions completely out of the process. Most sellers in today’s market already know that they need to roll out the red carpet for their potential buyers. And buyers shouldn’t make the mistake of thinking that just because the Charlotte real estate market is down, they can take advantage of sellers. Keep your cool this summer and avoid upsetting sellers so that your home purchase goes smoothly and … (8 comments)
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buyer advice: Choosing a Charlotte Real Estate Agent: 5 Common Mistakes - 05/07/11 11:31 PM
Choosing a Charlotte Real Estate Agent: 5 Common Mistakes
One of the most important decisions you’ll make when either buying or selling a home is selecting a Charlotte real estate agent. Picking the right agent for you can save you time, effort, aggravation and money.
Here are five mistakes to avoid when choosing your Charlotte real estate agent:
Going about it backwards. Many people start by finding a home for sale they want to visit and then calling about that home. Instead, select your real estate agent first. Your agent will help you identify what you want in a home, … (6 comments)
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buyer advice: Home or Neighborhood First? Don't Forget About Your Lifestyle Needs - 05/07/11 09:02 PM
First, Find the Perfect Neighborhood that Fits Your Lifestyle Buyers, anxious to make a quick home selection, often fail to take into consideration whether their new Charlotte home will work for their lifestyle. Is it in a location within a reasonable commute to the office? Is it near recreational areas that you will be utilizing regularly? Is it near the airport If golfing is your favorite pastime, is there a public course near the home which you're considering?
Selecting the neighborhood FIRST is the wise way to shop homes for sale in Charlotte NC. Find the Charlotte neighborhood that is near the necessities for YOUR lifestyle first, then … (12 comments)
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buyer advice: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes Made by Many First-time Charlotte Home Buyers - 04/26/11 03:28 PM
How to Avoid Costly Mistakes Made by Many First-time Charlotte Home Buyers Buying your first Charlotte home is exciting, but it can also be expensive, especially if you’re unaware of the mistakes frequently made by many first-time home buyers. Here are a few common mistakes which many first-time home buyers make and how to avoid them: Driving the home buying road alone: Buying a Charlotte home involves a lot of small (and big) details, many of which even an experienced buyer is unaware. Additionally, buying a home is one of the most expensive purchases you’ll most likely ever make. What does … (5 comments)
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buyer advice: Choosing Your New Home…It’s All About Lifestyle - 04/17/11 09:41 AM
First, Find the Perfect Neighborhood that Fits Your Lifestyle Buyers, anxious to make a quick home selection, often fail to take into consideration whether their new Charlotte home will work for their lifestyle. Is it in a location within a reasonable commute to the office? Is it near recreational areas that you will be utilizing regularly? Is it near the airport? If golfing is your pastime, is there a public course near the home which you're considering? Selecting the neighborhood FIRST is the wise way to shop homes for sale in Charlotte NC. Find the Charlotte neighborhood that is near the … (8 comments)
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buyer advice: Buyer Tips: Must-Haves, Wants and Don’t-Really-Needs - 10/28/10 11:52 PM
Buyer Tips: Must-Haves, Wants and Don’t-Really-Needs Homebuyers, have you determined what you REALLY need in a new home?Searching for the right home takes time and lots of patience. Before you head out to tour Charlotte homes on the market, you are wise to know exactly what you want in your new home. Create a list of the features you want in your new home, so you make the most of your time by looking only at Charlotte homes that meet your criteria. Here is a quick guide to help you create a checklist:
Must-Haves: These are deal breakers; features that you cannot … (48 comments)
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buyer advice: Buyer Tips | Home Inspections | What is Covered? - 09/16/10 11:20 AM
Buyer Tips | Home Inspections | What is Covered? The home buying process isn’t complete without a home inspection. Your real estate agent should mention it to you as a very important portion of your real estate transaction. Your lender may even ask about it, especially if you are obtaining an FHA or VA home mortgage. Home inspections ARE important. No matter how much you trust the seller, or even if you're purchasing new construction, there are some things you need to know about your Charlotte home before you purchase it. While you’re not required to attend the inspection, it’s … (32 comments)
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buyer advice: A Little Homework Can Help Your Charlotte Real Estate Agent Streamline the Home Buying Process - 07/27/10 09:39 AM
A Little Homework Can Help Your Charlotte Real Estate Agent Streamline the Home Buying Process Buying a home can often be considered one of the most stressful things that you will do in your lifetime. Unless you're a real estate investor, you will most likely experience home buyer stress—and even then, cash flow issues for the investors can be stressful.
Just a little homework on your part can help your Charlotte real estate agent find a home for you, and successfully close the deal, if you are as prepared and knowledgeable as possible. Here are a few tips to help … (15 comments)
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buyer advice: 5 Reasons Charlotte Home Sellers May Reject Your Offer - 07/18/10 04:02 PM
5 Reasons Charlotte Home Sellers May Reject Your Offer Rejection is a difficult thing to face in life, whether it’s from a potential client, a potential boss or a potential home seller. As a Charlotte home buyer, your stress level may be reduced if you’re aware of some of the reasons a seller may flat-out reject your Offer to purchase their real estate.
Sometimes, even if you and your buyer’s agent do everything right, the seller may still reject your Offer. Bear in mind that this often has nothing to do with you.
With that being said, here are 5 … (18 comments)
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buyer advice: Are You a Strong Charlotte NC Home Buyer? - 07/15/10 10:02 AM
Are You a Strong Charlotte NC Home Buyer? During a slow market, buyers have the biggest advantages of all. That’s why now is a great time to buy Charlotte NC homes. Haggle without feeling guilty because you have the upper hand; your seller is likely to have the upper hand upon their purchase. As the market bounces back, you will have the added bonus of rising prices making your home worth more than it was when you bought it.Even in this buyers’ market, you need to be a strong buyer. Otherwise, you could crumble when faced with negotiating prices or needed … (12 comments)
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buyer advice: Why Get Pre-approved for a Charlotte NC Home Loan? - 06/13/10 11:25 AM
Why Get Pre-approved for a Charlotte NC Home Loan? There are a few things you can do to make the process of buying a new Charlotte NC home easier and faster. Getting pre-approved for financing is one of them. Here are four advantages of loan pre-approval:
REALTORS® Take You Seriously
When you walk into an agent’s office or meet an agent for the first time with pre-approved financing, the agent knows he is not going to be wasting his time showing you homes. If you do not have pre-approved financing, be prepared for agents to ask a lot of questions … (21 comments)
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buyer advice: How to be a Strong Charlotte NC Home Buyer - 05/14/10 01:20 AM
How to be a Strong Charlotte NC Home Buyer During a slow market, buyers have the biggest advantages of all. That’s why now is a great time to buy Charlotte NC homes. Haggle without feeling guilty because you have the upper hand; your seller is likely to have the upper hand upon their purchase. But, don't be 'smug' about it though--keep in mind that sellers have likely taken the advice of agents with market knowledge who have helped them position their homes on the market--WELL. As the market bounces back, you will have the added bonus of rising prices making your … (24 comments)
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buyer advice: Buyer Representation – Is It Really Necessary? - 03/18/10 09:48 AM
Buyer Representation – Is It Really Necessary?
Question: Do home buyers need the help of a Buyers Agent?
Answer: You bet ! When buyers work with a real estate professional who is 100% loyal and completely committed to them, chances are that the entire home-buying process will go smoothly and with a higher level of buyer satisfaction.
Question: What is a Buyers Agent?
Answer: A Buyers Agent works solely for you, the buyer, and has no legal or other responsibilities to the seller.* When working with a Buyers Agent, you have the advantage of personal representation, independent counseling, loyalty, confidentiality, and … (22 comments)
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buyer advice: Steering? You Tell Me. I Say, BUYER BEWARE - 02/14/10 12:25 AM
Steering? You Tell Me. I Say, BUYER BEWARE. Without breaking the Code of Ethics and calling out one particular firm/agent, I would like to voice my concern about a practice in our business that I feel is completely unethical.
I was recently at a listing interview when the seller asked me what form of compensation my firm is offering our agents to sell our own listings. Of course, that was all that I needed to hear to realize for whom my competition works!
You see, there is a local firm whose agents 'tout' at their listing presentations that their firm … (175 comments)
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buyer advice: Buyer Representation – How Can We Help? - 01/03/10 12:16 PM
Buyer Representation – How Can We Help? Question: Do home buyers need the help of a Buyers Agent?
Answer: You bet ! When buyers work with a real estate professional who is 100% loyal and completely committed to them, chances are that the entire home-buying process will go smoothly, with a higher level of buyer satisfaction.
Question: What is a Buyers Agent?
Answer: A Buyers Agent works solely for you and has no legal or other responsibilities to the seller.* When working with a Buyers Agent, you have the advantage of personal representation, independent counseling, loyalty, confidentiality, and trust. On the other hand, while … (13 comments)
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buyer advice: Buyers, Act on Fact, Not Fear - 11/24/09 09:24 PM
Paul Slaybaugh's recent featured post, prompted me to expand on the comment that I made on his blog. Often, the consumer is the last to know what is truly happening in their local market. During the past year, numerous Charlotte buyers, who were under the impression that because local newspapers were printing national statistics, this same data applied to our local market. This misinformation resulted in missed opportunities due to the fact that the buyers were convinced that they were going to be able to purchase property for up to 50% off of list price. The 50% off price purchase was … (18 comments)
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buyer advice: HOME INSPECTIONS PROTECT HOME BUYERS - THEY ALSO PROTECT SELLERS AND AGENTS! - 10/24/09 04:09 PM
Is A Home Inspection Really Worth It?
....You're darn skippy it is! My friend, Lenn Harley shares valid points regarding the home inspection process in this blog. She is astutely aware that a home inspection not only protects the buyer but, everyone involved in the transaction.
Would you allow your buyers to turn down an inspection? I certainly do hope not--even new construction properties have issues. One recent example of a new construction inspection proving that the cost was worth thousands--the HVAC had been installed erroneously and supposedly, the manner in which it had been installed … (5 comments)
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buyer advice: Why Do Buyers Need a Buyer's Agent--That ISN'T Representing the Seller? - 04/16/09 12:02 PM
Why Do You Need a Buyer's Agent? I've had numerous calls from customers who are requesting that I show them homes that I have listed and don't want to see any other properties. I am representing the seller, and I am asked by these customers if I can only show them my listings. When I discover that the person is NOT represented by an agent, I engage them in a conversational review of the types of agency. MANY of them absolutely refuse to listen to advice about dual agency, saying that they "WANT to purchase from the listing agent so that they … (92 comments)
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