By Alan Donaldwww.BuyHomesInCharleston.com You have finished performing your Buyer's Due Diligence and everything's lined up for a closing on a specific date and time (usually at the attorney's office). What happens at this "closing"? A "real estate closing" is the name given to a completion of t
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08/28/2009
By Alan Donald, BuyHomesInCharleston.com You found a home, negotiated a favorable contract ("ratified" = signed & delivered). You are supposed to close in 30 days. What now? This period from contract to closing (also known as "escrow period" in some states) is critical for the buyers to do their
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08/22/2009
The A-Z of Buying a Home (Part 2) by Alan Donald, BuyHomesInCharleston.com OK - so you've hired a REALTOR, discussed your needs and buying criteria and got preapproved by a lender. Now it's time to go see homes! Although it is a relatively small city, the Charleston Metro Area is very large, with
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08/21/2009
This guide for first-time home buyers is intended to provide general information to help buyers be aware of the buying process, and to dispel any myths about buying a home. Please discuss your particular situation with the appropriate professionals before making any decisions. So, You want to Buy
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08/02/2009