In most areas of the country, when you choose a real estate agent to represent you as a buyer, you will be required by state law to sign an agency agreement. Ideally, this should take place before you ever set foot into a single property with the agent you select to represent you. Signing papers before you go out to look at properties can be intimidating, so here’s the lowdown on the contents of the document.
1. We wear a lot of hats, (5 comments)
home buyer advice washington dc: Attention Sellers!!! 5 situations that freak buyers out
- 08/20/10 03:02 AM
Attention Sellers!!! It’s still a tough market for sellers, and buyers are pickier than ever. You’ve done all of the work to get your property ready to show and sell, but don’t overlook the obvious. Here are the top 5 situations that freak buyers out: 1. Failure to disclose information about the property - You had a water leak years ago in your house that has since been repaired. It was so long ago you’ve practically forgotten about it, and it hasn’t happened since. Write it on the disclosure form. Really. Because it will come back to haunt you, either (4 comments)
home buyer advice washington dc: 10 common sense tips to buying your first home
- 08/16/10 06:51 AM
More than half of my business comes from first time home purchasers, and their enthusiasm and excitement is contagious! It’s one of the best parts of being a Realtor. Almost everyone has the same concerns, and most buyers will ask for advice and guidance on selecting the right home and neighborhood for them.
Here are my top 10 common sense TIPS to buying your first home:
1. Don’t “over buy” or extend yourself! This is especially true if you are utilizing a large portion of your savings to make a down payment. Even if you are a (4 comments)
I believe that the transparent and up front approach way of doing Real Estate is critical to developing long term relationships that matter.
And I hope by using this Blog I can share, and communicate with not only other REALTORS but consumers as well.