charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte Home Buyer Tips - Key Points to Consider When Buying a Charlotte Home - 03/22/13 08:36 PM
Key Points to Consider When Buying a Charlotte Home Buying Charlotte real estate can be a frustrating and a bit overwhelming experience. With so many pieces to the home-buying puzzle to put together, it can become a daunting task, to which I tell my clients that we are here to assist them.
Here is a quick-checklist that you can refer to in order to alleviate a few key points that can cause frustration and confusion associated with buying a home in Charlotte:
First, make sure that the home that you are buying includes all the features you are looking for in … (4 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte Home Buyer Advice - Avoiding Heartbreak with The Right Vendors - 03/17/13 09:59 AM
Charlotte Home Buyer Advice - Avoiding Heartbreak with The Right Vendors Who Understand Time Management
I have proclaimed many times that in order to keep your lending qualifications/licensure (including underwriters and processors), you should be required to buy/sell your home at least every 2 years. That would insure the realization that there are critical deadlines that every single buyer and seller lay on the line when all parties to a transaction are trusted to get a job done on time. The absolute worst is when a seller is also Closing on the same day on their purchase. I've had transactions 4-deep … (15 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Today's New Charlotte Real Estate Listings - 12/30/12 04:26 PM
Charlotte home buyers - Are you just WAITING on that perfect home to come on the market?
With our Charlotte real estate shortage in inventory, home buyers are finding themselves in temporary housing until the right house comes along. And, there are PLENTY of home buyers out there just waiting to pounce on the first thing that comes available! They've been searching all winter and have missed several opportunities to get into their dream home.
So, if you're a Charlotte home buyer in this situation, you'll want ready-access to the first homes that come on the market that fits your criteria. … (7 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: 4 Top Tips for Charlotte Home Buyers - 12/16/12 08:54 PM
Charlotte Real Estate Buyer Tips | House Hunting Buying Charlotte real estate is a serious investment of both time and money. However, the process of buying a Charlotte home can be very stressful and daunting task. There are many complicated factors involved in the process. You need expert advice if you plan to invest in real estate–and buying your personal home is one of the largest investments that you will make in life. Here are some tips that you can use to locate that perfect home or investment property. 1. Apply for a mortgage BEFORE you search for your Charlotte … (5 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: WebMD, Can You Teach Me How to Perform My Own Tonsillectomy? - 07/24/12 10:08 PM
Most of you who read my blog know that I'm a former nurse AND the wife of a quadriplegic so, this analogy is even far-fetched for ME but, I've just got to rant a little here!
AGENTS: How many times have you been working with buyers who say, "I've done all of the research and this is what I want to Offer on this property?"
"Oh, I KNOW what the comps are! I found them on Xyzillow!"
"I've bought and sold MANY homes in my lifetime--at least 5! Of COURSE I know how this is done!"
"And, don't think … (64 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte Homebuyer FAQ - Is the research I’ve done online all I need? - 06/07/12 10:13 PM
I’ve Already Done The Research Online; Now, Can You Write An Offer for Me?
I often get the question, “What information can you provide other than what I’ve already learned online?” Several recent buyers have requested that Offers be made for them as they have already ‘done the research’ and I don’t need to do anything but, write the Offer. On each occasion, the buyer wants to present incredibly low-ball Offers.
The numbers that they are obtaining from aggregate sites (national sites that have feeds from SOME of our data), are quite different than the actual data that is recorded … (29 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Got Cash? Many Charlotte Home Buyers DO and They're Competing with YOU! - 05/25/12 08:22 PM
How are you planning to purchase Charlotte NC real estate? Cash Buyers have been dominating the Charlotte NC real estate market for the past two years. Wise investors (just as Warren Buffett advised doing) have been increasing their inventory by leaps and bounds and smart individual home buyers are doing the same. Not just with cash but, with the use of conventional, FHA, VA loans and 203K loans. During the past 90 days, cash buyers accounted for 32% of the home buyers in Charlotte NC. Of the 5,506 cash buyers over the past 90 days, 76 of them have purchased properties over $1,000,000. … (23 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Champagne Budget - Real or Perceived? - 03/25/12 08:40 PM
Champagne Budget - Real or Perceived? Find Out BEFORE You Shop for Homes in Charlotte NC!
This topic has been discussed repeatedly but, it certainly bears further conversation as the issue repeats itself, creating problems for everyone involved.
My mantra is that you must have a pre-approval letter before getting into my car. Granted, I spend more time with sellers these days than with buyers but, my buyers agents spend 100% of their time with buyers so, I’m speaking on their behalf here.
I’m generally a trusting soul--when a potential buyer phones me and is seriously interested in purchasing a home … (35 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: BUYERS: Anything You Say CAN and WILL Be Used Against You! - 03/11/12 08:48 PM
Recently I had a buyer phone me who had already decided which community he wanted to reside. He phoned me to show him a listing in that community; it wasn’t my listing but, one that he had found on my website so, he presumed it was my listing. He refused my offer to view other properties in the area. He also confirmed that he is not working with a real estate agent and that he had already spoken with Joe Lender and had a pre-approval letter in-hand.
Sounds like the perfect buyer candidate, right?
So I referred him to one … (79 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: A Surprising Realization - Some Sellers Just GET IT! - 02/09/12 01:04 AM
Some sellers these days are taking a bit of a hit on their equity. Savvy sellers who are also purchasing realize that they’ll recoup that lost equity when they make a smart purchase on the other side. Many have, as they say, given away the farm because they HAVE to move; others are simply motivated by the low prices and the incredibly low interest rates on their purchase.
When it comes to selling a Charlotte home, I have to say that I am quite proud of some incredibly smart sellers of mine! More and more, buyers believe that they can get … (69 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: BEWARE! Online Inaccuracies Can Cost You Thousands! - 11/06/11 01:26 AM
Beware of Online Inaccuracies in Your Charlotte Real Estate Inquiry
As the old adage goes, ‘time is money’ and that applies buyers and sellers in the computer age in which we live. Everyone relies on the Internet for information and it’s unfortunate that some online Charlotte real estate information can be misleading. For buyers, the vast amount of time one has to spend house hunting to find the home that you love, you don’t want or need to waste any of it on properties that aren’t what they seem.
Beware of the following inaccuracies when Charlotte house hunting online:
History hiccups … (6 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte Home Buyers Guide Step 7 – The Home Inspections - 10/30/11 11:22 PM
The Home Inspections, A Critical Step in the Process Home Inspections The home inspection is imperative when purchasing a home, whether you’re buying a re-sale, distressed or even new construction home in Charlotte NC. A well-trained expert will inspect the home’s major systems with a typical general/mechanical home inspection, running approximately $300.00 and takes a few hours to complete, depending upon the size of the home. The inspector evaluates the condition and functionality of items both inside and outside the home and includes areas such as the roof, basement, heating, plumbing and electrical systems, kitchen appliances. A general structural evaluation is made and if items of concern … (2 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte Home Buyers Guide Part 6: Obtaining Financing - 10/23/11 08:23 PM
Charlotte Home Buyers Guide Step 6 – Obtaining Financing On your mark, get set, GO!
With the details addressed and your Charlotte home shopping is complete, it’s time to put your lender to work. Now that you have a ratified Contract (your Offer is signed by both you and the Sellers and everything is mutually agreed upon), you’ll embark on a rapid-flow timeline. Financing must be addressed, first and foremost. Simultaneously, your real estate agent will be scheduling your Closing and inspections, based upon your choice of attorneys and inspectors.
If you’ve followed our recipe for a successful home purchase, you’ve already been pre-approved, which means that you’re well on … (1 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte Home Buyers Guide Part 3: Mortgage Pre-Approval - 10/09/11 01:03 PM
Get Pre-Approved Prior To Even Shopping for Charlotte NC Real Estate The steps to purchasing your new home in Charlotte NC are imperative to follow for a stress-free transaction. The first, defining your goals, is something that you’ll do prior to contacting anyone to assist you. Once you’ve established your goals, contacting a Realtor® or a lender is next. If you don’t already have a trusted lender, most active Charlotte real estate agents can recommend a qualified lender, who you should consult before ever beginning your Charlotte home search.
When you consult with a lender, you will quickly know the amount of mortgage for which you’ll … (5 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte Home Buyers Guide Part 2: Selecting a Realtor® - 10/09/11 12:58 AM
5 Tips to Selecting a Powerful Realtor® To Help You Buy a Home After you’ve defined your goals pertaining to your Charlotte real estate purchase, it’s time to select a Realtor® to get you through this process. Keep in mind that you will want OWN Realtor® to represent YOU for the job. Finally, this article should clear things up for you if you need help deciding which type of real estate professional (agent, broker, Realtor®) is right for the job.
Here are five tips to help you identify the best Charlotte real estate agent to locating the home of your dreams. Hire a full-time Charlotte … (7 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: 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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charlotte home buyer tips: Five Savvy Charlotte Home Buyer Tips - 10/03/11 11:47 PM
How to be a Savvy Charlotte Home Buyer Today, buying a Charlotte home can be both easier and more difficult than in years past. Yes, it IS a buyer’s market, which implies that prices are lower, but it also means there is a large supply of homes for sale that you have to wade through to find your dream home. Purchasing a home is a lot simpler when you know how to be a savvy Charlotte home buyer.Follow these five Charlotte home buyer tips to purchase the home of your dreams with less hassle and at a great price:
List your Charlotte home before … (32 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: 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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charlotte home buyer tips: Charlotte NC Home Buyer Tip: Use a LOCAL Charlotte Real Estate Agent - 09/15/11 06:59 PM
Buyers are Happier with Local Charlotte Real Estate Agents According to a recent study, buyers prefer to work with Charlotte real estate agents who live in the same area in which they would like to buy a home. Buyers are happier when they work with local agents because they believe the agents are: 1. Familiar with the neighborhood: They know the schools, zoning laws and understand the lifestyle which the buyer is seeking. For example, they can tell you the best places to shop and give you referrals to the best mechanics and home contractors.
2. Involved in the surrounding community: Agents who are involved in community … (37 comments)
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charlotte home buyer tips: Crack the Code of Charlotte Advertising of Homes for Sale - 09/10/11 10:57 AM
Crack the Advertising Code of Charlotte Homes for Sale.
Real estate has a language all its own; and I don’t just mean phrases like Closing costs, short sales and foreclosures! What I’m talking about are buzz words used to advertise Charlotte homes for sale.
When you understand the typical meaning of these code words, you’ll be better able to determine which Charlotte homes for sale are worth looking at in person.
Cozy: Look at this home if you don’t mind a much smaller than average home. Rustic: If you want a home in the country (or one that looks like it should be … (4 comments)
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