Can you believe we’re half way through July already? If you’re hoping to buy a home in Henderson, KY before the beginning of the school year, there’s still plenty of time. If you’re on the hunt for a new home, chances are you’re doing so online. With 54.9 percent of U.S. mobile subscribers using a smart phone, according to a recent Nielsen report, I thought I’d suggest some free (and cheap) mobile applications home buyers and home sellers will find useful to navigate the Henderson, KY real estate market. Of course, there’s no substitute for the guidance of a real estate expert, but these apps can get you started on your home search.
1. Trulia
The Trulia app is great for searching for your next Henderson, KY home. It’s available on the iPhone, iPad, Android, Android tablet and other devices for free. You can explore neighborhoods using your smart phone’s GPS, set up custom searches that you can access across all of your devices, and get alerts when there’s an update on your favorite listings.
2. Zillow Mortgage Marketplace
Easily figure out how much you can afford to spend on your new Henderson, KY home with the help of the Zillow Mortgage Marketplace app for iPhone and Android. Calculate affordability and mortgage payments, submit a loan request, and compare quotes from different lenders all from the palm of your hand.
3. Foreclosure Search by USHUD.com
Search Henderson, KY foreclosures on the USHUD.com app that lists them all for free. Available on the iPhone and iPad, this app uses Google Maps and Google Directions to pinpoint government and bank owned properties on the market. When you’ve found a few you’re interested in, contact me to schedule a showing!
4. Dictionary of Real Estate Terms
Real estate contracts have a lot of lingo you may be unfamiliar with. In the event your Henderson, KY real estate agent isn’t available to translate, the Dictionary of Real Estate Terms app will come in handy. You don’t need to be connected to the Internet to use it so you’ll have a library of over 3000 real estate terms at your fingertips when you need it.
Of course, there are other notable real estate applications like Realtor.com, Safe Neighborhood and the Walk Score app. These are just a few to get you started. After all, searching for a new home is an exciting process and I’m sure you’re ready to begin! If I can be of any assistance during your home search, please let me know. I’m very familiar with the local real estate market here in Henderson, KY and I’d be happy to assist you in your home purchase or sale!
Kathy Jackson
RE/MAX Superior, REALTORS
(270) 844-2607
kathyjackson_realtor@yahoo.com
http://www.HendersonHomesToday.com
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