chester va real estate: DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO ASK A HOME INSPECTOR?? - 05/08/07 10:11 AM
10 Questions to Ask a Home Inspector What are your qualifications? Are you a member of the American Association of Home Inspectors?Do you have a current license? Inspectors are not required to be licensed in every state.How many inspections of properties such as this do you do each year?Do you have a … (2 comments)
No home is flawless, but certain physical problems can be expensive. Watch for:
Water leaks. Look for stains on ceilings and near the baseboards, especially in basements or attics.Shifting foundations. Look for large cracks along the home's foundation.Drainage. Look for standing water, either around the foundation of … (0 comments)
10 Things to Take the Trauma Out of Homebuying Find a real estate professional who's simpatico. Homebuying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It's critical that the practitioner you choose is both skilled and a good fit with your personality. Remember, there's no "right" time to … (0 comments)
Be picky, but don't be unrealistic. There is no perfect home. Do your homework before you start looking. Decide specifically what features you want in a home and which are most important to you. Get your finances in order. Review your credit report and be sure you have enough … (0 comments)
They don't ask enough questions of their lender and miss out on the best deal. They don't act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house. They don't find the right real estate professional who is willing to help you through the homebuying process. They don't … (0 comments)
chester va real estate: 7 REASONS TO OWN YOUR OWN HOME - 05/08/07 09:29 AM
7 Reasons to Own Your Own Home Tax breaks. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, property taxes you pay, and some of the costs involved in buying your home. Gains. Between 1998 and 2002, national home prices increased at an average of 5.4 percent annually. … (0 comments)
chester va real estate: 10 STEPS TO PREPARE FOR HOMEOWNERSHIP - 05/08/07 09:14 AM
10 Steps to Prepare for Homeownership 1. Decide how much home you can afford. Generally, you can afford a home equal in value to between two and three times your gross income. 2. Develop a wish list of what you'd like your home to have. Then prioritize the features on your list. 3. … (0 comments)
chester va real estate: 5 REASONS YOU NEED A REAL ESTATE AGENT - 05/08/07 09:03 AM
5 Reasons You Need a REAL ESTATE AGENT A real estate transaction is complicated. In most cases, buying or selling a home requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, and multi-page government-mandated settlement statements. A knowledgeable guide through this complexity can help you avoid delays or costly mistakes. Selling or … (0 comments)
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