buyers: 7 Steps for Removing Mold From Listings
- 11/09/10 05:30 AM
7 Steps for Removing Mold From Listings Mold is a common home intruder that can quickly turn a desirable house into a risky purchase for potential buyers. So, what can sellers do about it? April 2009 What Is Mold?
Mold is a type of fungus made up of tiny microscopic organisms that can grow practically anywhere, such as on ceiling tiles, wallpaper, wood, paints, carpet, and insulation. It multiplies via spores and shows itself in a variety of colors, from greens to browns to pinks, grays, blacks, and yellows. The most common mold growth area in the house is the … (2 comments)
buyers: 4 Interior Painting Tips
- 11/09/10 05:27 AM
4 Interior Painting Tips Painting is a quick and easy way to liven up a listing. But some smart prep work can make a huge difference in the quality of the results. April 2009 1.Get the surface ready. You want the paint to glide on smoothly, so be sure the surface is clean before you start painting. Remove any handprints, dirt, or scuff marks. Lightly sand any glossy spots to avoid streaks.
2. Select a paint sheen and color. Ah, the choices! Many paint stores are making it easier to narrow down your choices by offering small trial sizes so … (0 comments)
buyers: Things Your Buyers Might Not Know About Title Insurance
- 10/19/10 06:17 AM
Things Your Buyers Might Not Know About Title Insurance 1. Your mortgage lender is going to require it. Title insurance protects the lender and the secondary markets to which they sell the loans from defects in the title to your home and property. It ensures the validity and enforceability of the mortgage document. Title defects could include mistakes made in the local property office, forged documents and claims from unknown parties. The amount of the policy is equal to the amount of your mortgage at its inception. You pay a one-time fee as part of your closing costs. If you are … (0 comments)
buyers: Specialty Mortgages: Risks and Rewards
- 10/19/10 06:09 AM
Specialty Mortgages: Risks and Rewards In high-priced housing markets, it can be difficult to afford a home. That's why a growing number of home buyers are forgoing traditional fixed-rate mortgages and standard adjustable-rate mortgages and instead opting for a specialty mortgage that lets them "stretch" their income so they can qualify for a larger loan.But before you choose one of these mortgages, make sure you understand the risks and how they work.Specialty mortgages often begin with a low introductory interest rate or payment plan - a "teaser"- but the monthly mortgage payments are likely to increase a lot in the future. … (0 comments)
buyers: Beautiful Home for sale at 5560 Amite Dr. Marrero, LA $164,900
- 10/19/10 05:57 AM
David Stewart | ABEK Real Estate | dstewart.realestate@gmail.com | (985) 710-1728 5560 Amite Dr, Marrero, LA Send to Friend Fantastic Updated Home in a Quiet Neighborhood. Share Listing 4BR/2+1BA Single Family House offered at $164,900 Year Built 1978 Sq Footage 2,367 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size 7,200 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FANTASTIC RENOVATION IN GOLDEN HEIGHTS SUB. FLOOD ZONE B AND NO FLOODING. UPDATED KITCHEN AND BATHROOMS. NEW PAINT AND LIGHT FIXTURES, ALL CERAMIC FLOORS DOWNSTAIRS AND DESIGNER PAINT COLORS THROUGH OUT. NEWER SIDING, ROOF, HOTWATER HEATER AND … (2 comments)
buyers: Is Your Buyer Qualified?
- 10/19/10 05:51 AM
Is Your Buyer Qualified? Unless the buyer who makes an offer on your home has the resources to qualify for a mortgage, you may not really have a sale. If possible, try to determine a buyer's financial status before signing the contract. Ask the following:1. Has the buyer been prequalified or preapproved (even better) for a mortgage? Such buyers will be in a much better position to obtain a mortgage promptly.2. Does the buyer have enough money to make a downpayment and cover closing costs? Ideally, a buyer should have 20 percent of the home's price as a downpayment and between … (1 comments)
buyers: 5 Factors That Decide Your Credit Score
- 10/12/10 07:00 AM
5 Factors That Decide Your Credit Score Credit scores range between 200 and 800, with scores above 620 considered desirable for obtaining a mortgage. The following factors affect your score:1. Your payment history. Did you pay your credit card obligations on time? If they were late, then how late? Bankruptcy filing, liens, and collection activity also impact your history.2. How much you owe. If youowe a great deal of money on numerous accounts, it can indicate that you are overextended. However, it's a good thing if you have a good proportion of balances to total credit limits.3. The length of your … (0 comments)
buyers: Budget Basics Worksheet
- 10/12/10 06:55 AM
Budget Basics Worksheet The first step in getting yourself in financial shape to buy a home is to know exactly how much money comes in and how much goes out. Use this worksheet to list your income and expenses below. This has been Reprinted from REALTOR® magazine (REALTOR.org/realtormag http://www.realtor.org/realtormag) with permission of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. Copyright 2008. All rights reserved. … (1 comments)
buyers: Appraiser Checklist
- 10/11/10 07:02 AM
Appraiser ChecklistHelp clients understand what to expect during the appraisal process by sharing information on how appraisers reach their property value estimates. By Barbara Ballinger | April 2009 Here are some of the factors that appraisers Joni L. Herndon of Real Property Analysts/Gulf Coast in Tampa, Fla., and John A. Hillas of Hulbert & Associates Inc. in Modesto, Calif., say they consider when determining value.
Incentives and concessions. Most of today's buyers expect to pay the lowest possible price and still get some extras. Sellers and home builders are offering money toward closing costs, remodeling and decorating, upgrades, and association … (2 comments)
buyers: 6 Landscaping Tricks That Wow Buyers
- 10/11/10 06:58 AM
6 Landscaping Tricks That Wow Buyers In today's market, sellers have to work harder to persuade buyers that their property is worth the bite. By Barbara Ballinger | April 2009 Landscape designer Michael Glassman has cooked up a recipe for guaranteed curb appeal.
1. Add splashes of color. With every changing season, a landscape should provide a new display of colors, textures, and fragrances. "It's best to use one or two and repeat them," Glassman says. Example: white iceberg roses that bloom in spring, summer, and fall as a backdrop; in front, a contrasting punch of purple salvia or lavender … (1 comments)
buyers: 4 Interior Painting Tips
- 10/11/10 06:53 AM
4 Interior Painting TipsPainting is a quick and easy way to liven up a listing. But some smart prep work can make a huge difference in the quality of the results. April 2009 1.Get the surface ready. You want the paint to glide on smoothly, so be sure the surface is clean before you start painting. Remove any handprints, dirt, or scuff marks. Lightly sand any glossy spots to avoid streaks.
2. Select a paint sheen and color. Ah, the choices! Many paint stores are making it easier to narrow down your choices by offering small trial sizes so that … (0 comments)
buyers: Specialty Mortgages: Risks and Rewards
- 10/05/10 05:06 AM
Specialty Mortgages: Risks and Rewards In high-priced housing markets, it can be difficult to afford a home. That's why a growing number of home buyers are forgoing traditional fixed-rate mortgages and standard adjustable-rate mortgages and instead opting for a specialty mortgage that lets them "stretch" their income so they can qualify for a larger loan.But before you choose one of these mortgages, make sure you understand the risks and how they work.Specialty mortgages often begin with a low introductory interest rate or payment plan - a "teaser"- but the monthly mortgage payments are likely to increase a lot in the future. … (0 comments)
buyers: Tips for Lowering Homeowner's Insurance Costs
- 10/05/10 04:49 AM
Tips for Lowering Homeowner's Insurance Costs 1. Review the Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange (CLUE) report on the property you're interested in buying. CLUE reports detail the property's claims history for the most recent five years, which insurers may use to deny coverage. Make the sale contingent on a home inspection to ensure that problems identified in the CLUE report have been repaired.2. Seek insurance coverage as soon as your offer is approved. You must obtain insurance to buy. And you don't want to be told at closing that the insurer has denied your coverage.3. Maintain good credit. Insurers often use credit-based … (0 comments)
buyers: Things Your Buyers Might Not Know About Title Insurance
- 10/05/10 04:46 AM
Things Your Buyers Might Not Know About Title Insurance 1. Your mortgage lender is going to require it. Title insurance protects the lender and the secondary markets to which they sell the loans from defects in the title to your home and property. It ensures the validity and enforceability of the mortgage document. Title defects could include mistakes made in the local property office, forged documents and claims from unknown parties. The amount of the policy is equal to the amount of your mortgage at its inception. You pay a one-time fee as part of your closing costs. If you are … (1 comments)
buyers: How to Prepare for the Open House
- 09/30/10 03:59 AM
How to Prepare for the Open House Advertise your open house. Ideally you should advertise both the weekend before and the weekend of the open house. Check with the local paper to see when their ad closing deadlines are. Create a property summary sheet. This sheet gives prospective buyers an overview of your home. Include dimensions for each room, copies of a property survey, summaries of utility costs and property taxes, and a list of when capital items such as roofs and furnace were added. Develop a sign-in form for prospects' addresses. You'll ideally want both phone numbers and e-mail addresses … (2 comments)
buyers: Working with a Realtor
- 09/26/10 03:04 PM
Working with a Realtor (edit/delete) Working with a REALTOR® Why You Should Work With a REALTOR® Not all real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. Here are five reasons why it pays to work with a REALTOR®.1. You'll have an expert to guide you through the process. Buying or selling a home usually requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, and multi-page settlement statements. A knowledgeable expert … (0 comments)
buyers: Masters Point Subdivision, Slidell, LA
- 09/26/10 02:54 PM
Masters Point Subdivision in Slidell, LA is a gated, golf course community in Oak Harbor. It is only a 30 minute drive to the city of New Orleans. Easy access to the Interstate 10 and Hwy 11. This beautiful community has a mix of french and traditional architecture and the houses are from 2400 - 4600 square feet. School District: Abney Elementary/St. Tammany Jr. High/Salmen High School For more information about Masters Point Subdivision in Slidell, LA please visit www.realestatepub.com … (1 comments)
buyers: The Fairways Subdivision, Slidell, LA
- 09/26/10 02:44 PM
The Fairways Subdivision is located in the Oak Harbor Community, Slidell, LA. It is a Gated Golf Course Subdivision with magnificent views and beautifully maintained lawns and gardens. It has mostly traditional and contemporary architecture with houses ranging from approximately 2400 square feet to 4000 square feet. The Fairways Subdivision is convenient to the I-10 and only a thirty minute drive to the city of New Orleans.For more information on this or any other Slidell Subdivisions check out www.realestatepub.com … (1 comments)
buyers: Slidell, LA Listing Agents Stewart & Smith "Your Home Team"
- 09/26/10 02:38 PM
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7 Steps for Removing Mold From Listings
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