Real estate blog entries tagged with buyer education

Blog entries tagged with "buyer education":

buyer education: TRICKY NAVIGATION IN MURKY REAL ESTATE WATERS, WHERE'S THE MAP? - 06/19/08 03:05 PM

Trying to put together a deal that will close is becoming harder and harder to do. In the relatively short time I have been a Realtor, I have seen the customer base decline and change, the mortgage lending policies tighten significantly, and more and more appraisals fall short of the mark. … (2 comments)

buyer education: TEN REASONS TO BUY A NEW HOME - 04/29/08 10:29 PM

1. Improved quality of life. People spend more than half of their time at home. It makes good sense to seek a well-designed, cost-efficient residence.2. Energy efficiency. New homes are more energy-efficient than homes built even 20 years ago. Additional insulation, dual pane windows, and advanced heating and cooling systems are … (0 comments)

buyer education: Professional Home Inspection - 04/24/08 06:35 AM

Most lenders require that you have the home inspected by a professional before closing. You can avoid - or at least anticipate - costly repairs to structural or mechanical systems by having an inspection. The sales contract usually specifies that the inspection will take place soon after the offer is accepted … (2 comments)

buyer education: Buyer power today - 03/31/08 06:05 AM

I am looking at my power and light bill. And my gasoline bill. And my grocery receipts, clothing receipts, and others and no longer wondering why I don't have enough cash at the end of the day for my favorite latte "treat".
Last year at this time, my power and light bill … (9 comments)

buyer education: Showing Homes - 02/12/08 10:01 PM

I have spent a lot of time lately showing homes in the Sandy, Gresham, Troutdale and Portland area. With the inventory levels being as high as they are, it seems to be taking buyers a bit longer to make a decision. To me, this is a great chance to educate my … (4 comments)

buyer education: I watch out for my clients... do you? - 11/07/07 04:23 PM

I recently had a client that 'sort of fell in love' with a home. Now, if they say to me: "I want this house", I will go to work to use my negotiating skills to serve them. But they just didn't seem that interested. But wanted to make an offer. We … (6 comments)

buyer education: Financing - Educating Buyers - 12/12/06 12:41 AM

Mr. Uneducated Buyer decides to purchase a home. He happens to see a house he likes picks up the phone and schedules an appointment with the listing agent's office to see the property. Mr. Uneducated buyer wants to see the house immediately! Ms. Rookie Agent jumps to meet the buyer in 15 minutes … (1 comments)