charlottehomebuyertips: FAQ: What do You Think the Sellers will Accept as a Fair Offer? - 06/18/17 08:19 AM
FAQ: What do You Think the Sellers will Accept as a Fair Offer?
 
There's no template for choosing the right price when making an Offer. As a rule of thumb, 5% off the list price won't typically ruffle any feathers…unless you’re in an incredibly hot sellers’ market. Many buyers have read or been told by family or friends to Offer 90% - 95% - 97% of list price - that's a fatal mistake and will not get you the keys to your new castle!
 
There are several things to take into consideration when crafting an Offer and establishing a fair Offer price:

How long has the property … (32 comments)

charlottehomebuyertips: Sometimes Making an Offer Sight-Unseen is the Way to Go! - 05/27/17 08:43 PM
When You Know the Market - Sometimes Making an Offer Sight-Unseen is the Way to Go!
After showing 22 lots today (in 2 neighborhoods) and a luxury home buyer some fabulous homes in gated communities, I took a wonderful couple to see a home that they have under Contract but, have never seen!  They live out of town and kept seeing homes that they loved online hit the market and by the time they could get to Charlotte to tour the homes, they were under Contract. 

An incredibly impressive historic home hit the market early this week and my clients immediately phoned me to say … (12 comments)

charlottehomebuyertips: Looking for a Sweetheart Deal? - 02/14/17 09:39 AM
Looking for a Sweetheart Deal?
 
With the many news outlets sharing our current real estate market, a strong sellers’ market, I’m always surprised at the number of home buyers who submit low-ball Offers these days!  After a conversation last week with a buyer who is coming into town later this month, I feel like the news (and our conversations about the current market) is just not hitting home.
 
Some buyers have unrealistic expectations in today’s market - they're looking for that sweetheart deal, regardless of the current market conditions. 
So, I wanted to set the record straight…for now!  As you know, the market can … (103 comments)

charlottehomebuyertips: Charlotte House Hunting: Five Small Signs That Can Indicate Larger Problems - 12/11/16 10:47 AM
Charlotte House Hunting:  Five Small Signs That Can Indicate Larger Problems
 
It’s not at all uncommon for homebuyers to recount horror stories about properties that appeared to be fine at first glance, but were actually hiding very expensive problems to which no one was remotely aware.  If you fail to do your Due Diligence, you may find your dream house turning into a nightmare.  The next time you walk through a house, pay attention for these five signs that the property might be hiding a foul secret or two.
 
Mold, Water Spots and Water Damage
Both older and newer homes alike may develop a … (10 comments)

 
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