windham me: For Sale by Owner, Pros and Cons, Gray Maine, houses for sale - 03/29/10 02:26 AM
For many people the option of selling their house own their own is not really an option due to circumstances, such as being transferred through work or just the time needed to sell your own property is not available. The Pros, or upside of selling your home yourself. More Money in your pocket if you are not paying a realtor's commission. You know your house the best, so who better to point out all the ammenties.You have complete control over the entire transaction, from setting the price, to showings, to all negotiations and prequalifing buyers (just to name a few).The Cons, … (1 comments)

windham me: Gray Maine, houses for sale that buyers don't know about. - 07/24/09 08:14 AM
I have been working as a Realtor in Gray Maine for over 11 years representing both buyers and sellers. I like representing both, but they are completely different many ways. Finding the right home is a process that takes a lot of work.  Sometimes the houses for sale on the market are not the right home.  That is when a good buyers agent will be worth every cent YOU pay them.
Yeah, I said YOU pay them. That's the truth because you are the one paying for the house and you aren't going to get it any cheaper with or without representation, so … (0 comments)

windham me: Houses for sale Gray Maine, selling a home in Gray ME - 07/22/09 01:54 AM
There are new homes coming on the market everyday and some are priced correctly. We have seen a slight increase in the listing price of homes in the last 30 days. Homes priced under $200 seem to be the most active. Some of those homes are short sale properties which can be very difficult for all parties involved. Currently I have two short sale properties with offers waiting for replies from Bank of America. This process has been more than lengthy and frustrating. Home values in Gray Maine can vary from those values of homes for sale in New Gloucester mostly … (0 comments)

windham me: Houses for sale Gray Maine, selling a home in Gray ME - 05/20/08 12:26 AM
The most important decision you will make in the sale of your home is the REALTOR® you choose. Be sure to find someone you feel comfortable with. If you don't feel you can ask questions or go to your REALTOR®, you have the wrong person. Your REALTOR® should show you research to back up any recommendations. This includes information about recent sales, current listings, and recently expired listings in your neighborhood.
 
Watch out for agents who try to "buy" your listing.  This is when a realtor will tell you your home is worth a lot more than it is likely to … (1 comments)

windham me: credit scores, how to improve b4 buying homes for sale, Gray Maine - 05/10/08 10:56 PM
Improving your credit can be a long process, but it doesn't always have to be. Beware of programs or people who claim they can make drastic improvements in a short period of time. I have done a lot of research, and there are some things that can help. First, did you know that your credit scores, the actual numbers are not figured by the three major credit bureaus (Experian, TransUnion, Equifax). The scores you receive are derived from companies that banks or lenders use to pull the information from the major credit bureaus, like Landsafe, or Birchwood Credit. These companies take … (0 comments)

 

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